2-799-011 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images

Silver statue of the Duke of Wellington, 1845. 'This beautiful Equestrian Statue of his Grace the Duke of Wellington, has just been executed in silver by Messrs. Widdowson and Veale, of the Strand. Its total height is 29 inches, and its weight nearly 200 ounces. The great Hero is supposed to be giving his last charge on the field of Waterloo: ("Up Guards, and at them!"). The details of the costume have been copied from authentic sources; and the likeness is most striking. The ease and vraisemblance of the figure, and the execution throughout, reflect the highest credit on the artists. We understand that this costly memorial of British valour has been executed to commission; and is now on its way to Calcutta'. From "Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII.