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Oil Portrait of Confederate General Robert E. Lee
Oil Portrait of Confederate General Robert E. Lee in Military Uniform
After John Adams Elder (1855–1943)
Oil on Canvas – Signed and Dated 1954
Subject & Medium
Mid-20th-century oil on canvas portrait depicting Confederate General Robert E. Lee, executed after the well-known composition by Civil War portraitist John Adams Elder.
This is a fully hand-painted work, not a print or reproduction. Visible brushwork and layered oil application confirm traditional studio technique.
Composition & Technique
The composition follows Elder’s recognised three-quarter profile format, presenting Lee half-length with arms folded, turned slightly to the left against a dark, restrained background.
The backdrop consists of warm umber and deep brown tonal fields, subtly graduated to create depth while maintaining emphasis on the sitter.
Lee’s military uniform is rendered in deep navy to near-black tones, articulated with restrained cool highlights defining structure across the chest and sleeves. The double-breasted coat features carefully detailed brass buttons painted in muted gold, offering measured contrast against the darker fabric.
A broad leather waist belt appears in rich reddish-brown hues, centred with a circular buckle in warmer copper-gold tones, forming a compositional anchor in the lower register.
Flesh tones are modelled using warm ochres with subtle pink undertones. The beard and hair are built with layered grey and white brushstrokes, conveying texture and age. The overall handling reflects competent mid-20th-century academic studio practice and a historically sympathetic interpretation of Elder’s prototype.
The Sitter: General Robert E. Lee (1807–1870)
Robert Edward Lee was born into a prominent Virginia family and graduated second in his class from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1829.
He served with distinction as an engineer officer in the U.S. Army and gained recognition during the Mexican–American War (1846–1848). Prior to the American Civil War, Lee served as Superintendent of West Point and played a role in suppressing John Brown’s raid at Harpers Ferry in 1859.
In 1861, following Virginia’s secession, Lee declined command of Union forces and joined the Confederate States Army. As commander of the Army of Northern Virginia, he secured notable victories at the Seven Days Battles, Second Manassas, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville.
His career also included significant reversals, notably the defeat at Gettysburg in 1863. Sustained engagement against General Ulysses S. Grant ultimately led to his surrender at Appomattox Court House in April 1865.
After the war, Lee became president of Washington College (now Washington and Lee University), promoting education and reconciliation until his death in 1870.
Historical Context
Lee remains one of the most recognisable and debated figures of the American Civil War. His image became central to Southern commemorative culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
John Adams Elder’s portraits helped define the enduring visual archetype of Lee: dignified, restrained and authoritative. Through engravings and printed reproductions, Elder’s composition became a widely disseminated model for later interpretations, including this 1954 painted homage produced during renewed mid-20th-century interest in Civil War historical imagery.
Artist
Signed and dated to the reverse: C. Wood, 1954.
Although detailed biographical information on the artist remains limited, the execution suggests training in traditional oil painting methods within established academic portrait conventions. The work is clearly hand-rendered with controlled tonal modelling and compositional fidelity to Elder’s original design.
Frame
Presented in a later gilt moulded decorative frame. The warm gold finish complements the tonal warmth of the background and brass uniform detailing, enhancing the traditional presentation.
Provenance
Private collection.
Curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.
Key Features
Fully hand-painted oil on canvas
Signed and dated 1954
After the recognised Elder composition
Traditional Civil War military portrait format
Decorative gilt frame
Compact collector’s cabinet size
A historically referential and visually balanced portrait combining decorative appeal with established American Civil War iconography.
Worldwide shipping available. Professionally packaged and fully insured for secure international delivery.
Please feel free to message with any questions. We offer our clients 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our fine art, antiques & collectibles!
We ship worldwide with expert bespoke professional wrapping & packing and offer attractive international shipping rates with insurance – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
We Offer Free delivery to most areas of the U.K mainland except for Scottish Highland & Islands – Please send us your post code for a quote thankyou.
Registered Office Address
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
Company Number 15666518
GB VAT registration number 466128775
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
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Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
Private dealer, by appointment only.
71-75 Shelton Street,
Covent Garden,
London, England
WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
Non UK callers : +44 7494 763382
Get directions to Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
After John Adams Elder (1855–1943)
Oil on Canvas – Signed and Dated 1954
Subject & Medium
Mid-20th-century oil on canvas portrait depicting Confederate General Robert E. Lee, executed after the well-known composition by Civil War portraitist John Adams Elder.
This is a fully hand-painted work, not a print or reproduction. Visible brushwork and layered oil application confirm traditional studio technique.
Composition & Technique
The composition follows Elder’s recognised three-quarter profile format, presenting Lee half-length with arms folded, turned slightly to the left against a dark, restrained background.
The backdrop consists of warm umber and deep brown tonal fields, subtly graduated to create depth while maintaining emphasis on the sitter.
Lee’s military uniform is rendered in deep navy to near-black tones, articulated with restrained cool highlights defining structure across the chest and sleeves. The double-breasted coat features carefully detailed brass buttons painted in muted gold, offering measured contrast against the darker fabric.
A broad leather waist belt appears in rich reddish-brown hues, centred with a circular buckle in warmer copper-gold tones, forming a compositional anchor in the lower register.
Flesh tones are modelled using warm ochres with subtle pink undertones. The beard and hair are built with layered grey and white brushstrokes, conveying texture and age. The overall handling reflects competent mid-20th-century academic studio practice and a historically sympathetic interpretation of Elder’s prototype.
The Sitter: General Robert E. Lee (1807–1870)
Robert Edward Lee was born into a prominent Virginia family and graduated second in his class from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1829.
He served with distinction as an engineer officer in the U.S. Army and gained recognition during the Mexican–American War (1846–1848). Prior to the American Civil War, Lee served as Superintendent of West Point and played a role in suppressing John Brown’s raid at Harpers Ferry in 1859.
In 1861, following Virginia’s secession, Lee declined command of Union forces and joined the Confederate States Army. As commander of the Army of Northern Virginia, he secured notable victories at the Seven Days Battles, Second Manassas, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville.
His career also included significant reversals, notably the defeat at Gettysburg in 1863. Sustained engagement against General Ulysses S. Grant ultimately led to his surrender at Appomattox Court House in April 1865.
After the war, Lee became president of Washington College (now Washington and Lee University), promoting education and reconciliation until his death in 1870.
Historical Context
Lee remains one of the most recognisable and debated figures of the American Civil War. His image became central to Southern commemorative culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
John Adams Elder’s portraits helped define the enduring visual archetype of Lee: dignified, restrained and authoritative. Through engravings and printed reproductions, Elder’s composition became a widely disseminated model for later interpretations, including this 1954 painted homage produced during renewed mid-20th-century interest in Civil War historical imagery.
Artist
Signed and dated to the reverse: C. Wood, 1954.
Although detailed biographical information on the artist remains limited, the execution suggests training in traditional oil painting methods within established academic portrait conventions. The work is clearly hand-rendered with controlled tonal modelling and compositional fidelity to Elder’s original design.
Frame
Presented in a later gilt moulded decorative frame. The warm gold finish complements the tonal warmth of the background and brass uniform detailing, enhancing the traditional presentation.
Provenance
Private collection.
Curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.
Key Features
Fully hand-painted oil on canvas
Signed and dated 1954
After the recognised Elder composition
Traditional Civil War military portrait format
Decorative gilt frame
Compact collector’s cabinet size
A historically referential and visually balanced portrait combining decorative appeal with established American Civil War iconography.
Worldwide shipping available. Professionally packaged and fully insured for secure international delivery.
Please feel free to message with any questions. We offer our clients 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our fine art, antiques & collectibles!
We ship worldwide with expert bespoke professional wrapping & packing and offer attractive international shipping rates with insurance – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
We Offer Free delivery to most areas of the U.K mainland except for Scottish Highland & Islands – Please send us your post code for a quote thankyou.
Registered Office Address
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
Company Number 15666518
GB VAT registration number 466128775
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 2/JUN/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
DimensionsDimensions
Canvas:
30 cm high × 21 cm wide
Frame:
38 cm high × 29 cm wide × 2.5 cm deep
An attractive cabinet-scale format, suitable for display within a Civil War collection, military history interior or traditional study.
Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art
> Antique Oil Paintings
Date 1954
1950s Antiques Material Oil Painting on Canvas
Origin British
Condition Condition Report
Canvas structurally stable.
There are noticeable areas of paint loss, fading and surface scuffing consistent with age and handling. The painting presents acceptably at normal viewing distance.
Housed in a later gilt frame showing age-related wear, including minor chips, losses and surface marks.
Item code as1013a1312
Status Sold
£3850.00 
$5186.72 
€4454.45 
$
€
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Always confirm final price with dealer.
Shipping information
We offer Free Delivery to Mainland England, Wales mainland & Scottish lowlands mainland areas only!
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
Terms and conditions
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer. We no longer accept any Online Card or in person card payments due to payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. All Item(s) will need to be settled by bank transfer only. We will email you a proforma invoice with our bank details.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer. We no longer accept any Online Card or in person card payments due to payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. All Item(s) will need to be settled by bank transfer only. We will email you a proforma invoice with our bank details.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
View all stock from
Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
Private dealer, by appointment only.71-75 Shelton Street,
Covent Garden,
London, England
WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
Non UK callers : +44 7494 763382
Get directions to Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
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