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Charles Ayer Whipple (American, 1859-1928) , "Portrait of General Nelson Appleton Miles (1839-1925), oil on canvas, signed and dated "1895" lower right, 64 1/4 in. x 34 1/8 in., unframed., Provenance: Berry-Hill Galleries, New York. Provenance: Berry-Hill Galleries, New York.
Note: A career soldier, Nelson Appleton Miles was regarded as knowledgeable, ambitious and controversial during his tenure in the United States Army. After a disagreement with Theodore Roosevelt over policy in the Philippines, the president referred to Miles as a “brave peacock.” Wounded four times and a veteran of many of the major battles of the Civil War, his commanders recognized Miles’ abilities and bravery and he rose swiftly through the ranks. As a commander in the Western Frontier, Miles achieved victories over the Cheyenne and Comanche and was instrumental in driving the Sioux under Sitting Bill into Canada.
The Washington D.C. artist Charles Ayer Whipple painted Lieutenant General Miles as a distinguished officer in full uniform with a gold sash, epaulets and numerous medals. An accomplished portrait painter, Whipple received numerous military commissions from the War, State and Navy Departments.
Ref: Arlington National Cemetery Website
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