Oil on Canvas, Battle of the Saintes, J.T. Serres

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British ( 1759-1825) John Thomas Serres was the celebrated maritime painter for King George III. This work depicts the Battle of the Saintes off Dominica. The battle was a decisive victory for Admiral Lord George Brydges Rodney, which ultimately ended the French threat to Jamaica. Signed and dated, "J T Serres 1792" lc, on the floating plank. The plaque on the frame is faint, "Admiral Lord Rodney's Action Against the French Fleet - 12th April 1782 - Painted in 1792 - 1759 J.T. Serres 1825 - From the Collection of the Earl of Hardwicke - Exhibited at the Royal Academy 1792'. Relined with an old patch ll. 30"h x 44"w