C. A. Elliott, The Lodge, Eton College, Windsor, to Middleton Todd

RA Collection: Archive

Reference code

TOD/3/4/26

Title

C. A. Elliott, The Lodge, Eton College, Windsor, to Middleton Todd

Date

14 May 1956

Level

Item

Extent & medium

2 pieces, with envelope

Historical Background

Middleton Todd's portrait of Elliott was exhibited at the RA in 1956. It hangs in Eton College.

Content Description

Expressing his own satisfation, and that of the fellows of Eton College, at the portrait of him by Middleton Todd, and its copy. Elliott remarks that sitting to Middleton Todd had been a very enjoyable experience. The letter encloses the artist's draft reply expressing regret that he had missed Elliott at the private view, and stating that he thought that the portrait would look better away from the harsh light of the Academy galleries.