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Photographic Portrait of Winston Churchill
For sale by Baggott & Co.
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Photographic Portrait of Winston Churchill

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Baggott & Co.
Description

A portrait of Winston Churchill

Hogarth framed photograph of Winston Churchill on horseback,

English, circa 1948

From a press cutting to the reverse which reads"

"He [Churchill] climbed aboard this elegant steed in 1948 to demonstrate his wholehearted support for the pro-hunting lobby. There was a move in the Commons (which at that time had a large Labour majority) to pass the Bill abolishing fox-hunting. All MP's who actively opposed the Bill were rewarded after it was defeated with a signed copy of this photograph".

Nicholas Peto in The Times.

Date of Manufacture

Baggott & Co. has dated this Winston Churchill Photographic Portrait to the 1940s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1244032
Dealers Internal Reference
BCSL3008
Dealers Notes

If you would like to order this item online please go to our website: www.baggottandcompany.com, search for the item with the ‘Internal Ref’ shown below. We have a full checkout with shipping for most items to the UK. If for any reason you cannot find it please just get in touch and we can answer any questions, quote for delivery and take payments.

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We offer a refund if for any reason you wish to return an item, delivery charges are non refundable.

England:

Huntsman’s Yard, Sheep Street, Stow on the Wold, GL54 1AA

01451 830 370

Scotland:

Keepers House, Auchencairn, Castle Douglas, DG7 1QZ

07881 823 369

Description
A portrait of Winston Churchill

Hogarth framed photograph of Winston Churchill on horseback,

English, circa 1948

From a press cutting to the reverse which reads"

“
"He [Churchill] climbed aboard this elegant steed in 1948 to demonstrate his wholehearted support for the pro-hunting lobby.
Baggott & Co.

There was a move in the Commons (which at that time had a large Labour majority) to pass the Bill abolishing fox-hunting. All MP's who actively opposed the Bill were rewarded after it was defeated with a signed copy of this photograph".

Nicholas Peto in The Times.

Date of Manufacture

Baggott & Co. has dated this Winston Churchill Photographic Portrait to the 1940s.

Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244032
Dealers Internal Ref
BCSL3008
Baggott & Co.
Baggott & Co.
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2019

Dealers in antiques and decorative interiors based in the cotswolds and scotland

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A monochrome photograph depicting Sir Winston Churchill in equestrian attire riding a horse, framed in dark wood with a gold trim.
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Archive I A monochrome photograph depicting Sir Winston Churchill in equestrian attire riding a horse, framed in dark wood with a gold trim.

Photographic Portrait of Winston Churchill

Archive II A monochrome photograph depicting Sir Winston Churchill in equestrian attire riding a horse, framed in dark wood with a gold trim. View II
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Baggott & Co.

Baggott & Co.
Telephone 07881 823 369
Location
Two locations:

Huntsmans Yard
Sheep Street
Stow-on-the-Wold
Gloucestershire
GL54 1AA

The Keepers House
Auchencairn
Castle Douglas
DG7 1QZ

United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/leslieandbaggott
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Location: Two locations:, , Huntsmans Yard, Sheep Street, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, GL54 1AA, , The Keepers House, Auchencairn, Castle Douglas, DG7 1QZ, , United Kingdom
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A monochrome photograph depicting Sir Winston Churchill in equestrian attire riding a horse, framed in dark wood with a gold trim.
Photographic portrait of Winston Churchill
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A monochrome photograph depicting Sir Winston Churchill in equestrian attire riding a horse, framed in dark wood with a gold trim.
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  • ObjectFramed Photographs
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • Style20th Century Portraiture
  • MaterialPaper, Glass, Wood, Gilt
  • ColourBlack and White
  • MotifsMonochrome print, Dark wood moulding, Gilt inner slip, Equestrian subject
  • SizeH 31 cm (12 in) x W 26 cm (10 in)

This framed photographic portrait from 1940 depicts Sir Winston Churchill in equestrian attire riding a horse, presented within a Hogarth style dark wood frame featuring a gilt inner slip and monochrome print details. The piece measures 31 cm high by 26 cm wide, suitable for display in a gentleman's library or above the mantel in a study. The construction incorporates paper, glass, wood, and gilt materials, combining black and white tones with traditional framing techniques to create a classic 20th century portraiture aesthetic. Placement above a fireplace or on a panelled wall brings historical character to an interior scheme, complementing traditional furnishings and reading spaces. The monochrome imagery highlights the equestrian subject matter and the historical context of the portrait, making it a fitting addition to period homes or offices seeking authentic mid-century British decoration.

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Mid-twentieth-century equestrian photography documented prominent public figures and political leaders engaged in country pursuits. These photographs served both as personal record and formal portraiture, capturing individuals in traditional equestrian attire within rural settings.

Photographs from this era were typically printed on gelatin silver paper and mounted under protective glazing. Frames were constructed from carved or moulded wood, frequently featuring ebonised or stained finishes accented by an inner gilt fillet or slip.

Authentic prints from the mid-twentieth century exhibit characteristic silver gelatin tonal transitions, paper fibre density visible on the reverse, and subtle surface sheen. Original framing often displays period backing paper, rusted framing nails, or specific studio stamps.

Monochrome portrait photographs integrate well into dark timber panelling, gallery wall arrangements, or study settings. Placing framed prints alongside complementary brass accents or neutral backdrop tones allows the black and white imagery to stand out as a central focus.

To preserve photographic media, position the frame away from direct sunlight and artificial ultraviolet light sources. Maintain stable humidity levels to prevent paper warping, and clean the glazing using a dry microfibre cloth without liquid solvent penetration.
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