22nd Nov, 2019 10:30 GMT/BST
Late 19th Century Gentleman's Wool Coat with Astracan Collar, belonging to Lord Minto, former Viceroy of India with fur lining, with three pockets to the front, chequer board embroidered buttons; a Navy Wool Coachman's Coat of a similar date, double breasted with three pockets, black velvet trimmed collar, striped wool lining (2)
Provenance: Estate of the Earl of Minto
The Earl of Minto KG GCSI GCMG GCIE PC (9 July 1845 – 1 March 1914)
Gilbert Elliot-Murray Kynynmound, 4th Earl of Minto, Governor General of Canada and 17th Viceroy and Governor-General of India.
Born in London, July 1845 to parents William Elliot-Murray-Kynynmound, 3rd Earl of Minto and Emma, daughter of General Sir Thomas Hislop, 1st Baronet. After attending Eton and Trinity College, Gilbert went on to a successful career within the army, followed by being offered a job in the North-West Mounted Police. Instead he pursued a career in politics and went on to be the Governor General of Canada in 1898, followed by being 17th Viceroy and Governor-General of India in 1905. His popularity in both Canada and India outlived him, with numerous parks, schools and landmarks being named after him.
Sold for £220
Estimated at £100 - £150
Auction: Costume, Accessories & Textiles, 22nd Nov, 2019
Costume, Accessories & Textiles
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