Name/Title
1911 - "Sergeant, Grenadier Guards 1911" - Pastel Artwork of a Grenadier Guard Sergeant Boer War Veteran by British military artist (George)G. T. Rice (UK)Description
For Museum records only - Part of the Lieutenant Michael A. Hayes-Rivet (MHR) Trust Collection
*** FOR ARCHIVE PURPOSES ONLY - ARTIFACT NOT PART OF MUSEUM COLLECTION ***
A framed original pastel titled "Sergeant, Grenadier Guards 1911" - of a British Grenadier Guard Sergeant Boer War Veteran signed by British military artist G. T. Rice (UK) 48.5 x 29.5cm.
The portrait shows a 2nd Boer War veteran Sgt of the Grenadier Gaurds wearing the 1871 Valise Leather Equipment set as was used by the British Infantry (with Lee Enfield Rifle and was worn by British infantry During the Boer war 1899-1902) in South Africa. This webbing set is made from Buff white Leather outer with natural leather inside and brass hardware.
ABOUT THE ARTIST - (George) G. T. Rice, Tottenham, North London
G.T. Rice was a prolific pastel and watercolor British caricature artists during the late Victorian and Edward VII periods, capturing the uniforms of many British military regiments and UK police units. His artwork was often created as a series.Created By
Lieutenant Michael Hayes-Rivet, retired.Create Date
April 23, 2025Updated By
Lieutenant Michael Hayes-Rivet, retired.Update Date
May 28, 2025
