Orders, Decorations and Medals

Lieutenant-General Sir Adrian Carton de Wiart, V.C., K.B.E., C.B., C.M.G., D.S.O.

Portrait, a three quarter length portrait, watercolour, unsigned, within an ornate gilt and glazed frame, 80 x 70cm. (approx.), some damage to frame, otherwise in good condition, attractive £200-300

V.C. London Gazette 9 September 1916.

‘On 2/3 July 1916 at La Boiselle, France, Lieutenant-Colonel Carton de Wiart’s dauntless courage and inspiration averted what could have been a serious reverse. He displayed the utmost energy in forcing the attack home and after three other battalion commanders had become casualties, he controlled their commands and made sure that the ground was held at all costs. In organising the positions to be held, he exposed himself fearlessly to enemy fire. He was wounded eight times (including the loss of an eye and his left hand) during the course of the First World War’ (Ref. The Register of the Victoria Cross).

This picture was housed in the 4th/7th Royal Dragoon Guards Officers Mess. Sold with Christmas card displaying another picture of the General. See also lot 1204. Not suitable for posting.