Portrait study of a cossack, Philip[p]e Carlanof; and two studies of a plumed helmet and an epaulette

James Ward, R.A. (London 1769-1859 Cheshunt) Portrait study of a cossack, Philip[p]e Carlanof; and two studies of a plumed helmet and an epaulette the first signed, inscribed and dated, 'Philipe Carlarnof. [sic] Cossack/a good tempered man singing all Day Long/King St. Barracks. July 1814- JWD. RA.' (lower left), the others signed with initials (lower right) and inscribed with the artists shorthand pencil on paper, one watermark 'J Whatman/1811' 15 x 10 7/8 in. (38.1 x 27.7 cm.)