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Signed photograph of Douglas Haig Jan Smuts and H T Lukin in frame
  • Signed photograph of Douglas Haig Jan Smuts and H T Lukin in frame
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  • Photographer imprint Eilgcome and Co Cape Town 66 Hope Street
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  • Signed photograph of Douglas Haig Jan Smuts and H T Lukin in frame
  • Close up of Signed photograph of Douglas Haig Jan Smuts and H T Lukin in frame
  • Close-up of Douglas Haig signature on mount
  • Close-up of Jan Smuts signature on mount
  • Close-up of H T Lukin signature on mount
  • Signed Photograph of Douglas Haig, Jan Smuts & H.T. Lukin – Cape Town Studio Portrait c.1918–1921
  • WWI South African military Generals Photo Signed
  • Photographer imprint Eilgcome and Co Cape Town 66 Hope Street
  • close up of signed photo of general douglas haig
  • Close up of photo of Jan Smuts
  • Close up of photo of henry timson lukin
  • back of signed photo of South African ww1 generals
Signed Photograph of Douglas Haig, Jan Smuts & H.T. Lukin – Cape Town Studio Portrait c.1918–1921

Signed Photograph of Douglas Haig, Jan Smuts & H.T. Lukin – Cape Town Studio Portrait c.1918–1921

$1,200.00

This is an original early 20th century photographic portrait depicting Field Marshal Douglas Haig, General Jan Smuts, and General Henry Timson Lukin, photographed together in Cape Town and signed by each individual on the original mount.

The photograph shows Haig and Lukin in full military uniform with medal ribbons, while Smuts appears in civilian dress, reflecting his dual role as a military leader and statesman. Based on the uniforms, presentation, and historical context, the image was likely taken in the immediate post-First World War period, circa 1918 to early 1920s, rather than during the Boer War era.

The mount bears three original ink signatures, each corresponding to the figures depicted. The lower margin also includes the photographer’s imprint, reading “Eilgcome (?) & Co., 66 Hope Street, Cape Town,” indicating a professional photographic studio operating in Cape Town during the early 20th century. The exact reading of the studio name remains uncertain due to the stylized script.

This type of signed presentation photograph was typically produced in limited numbers for official or commemorative purposes and is considerably less common than single-signature material.

Measurements

Photograph: 9 5/8" by 11 5/8"
Frame: 16 3/4" by 20 3/8"

Condition

Photograph in very good condition with even tone and clarity, having been well protected under glass and stored away from light.
Frame shows expected wear; backing paper present but worn.

This is a historically significant triple-signed portrait linking three major First World War figures in a South African context. Such multi-signed studio portraits are uncommon and hold particular interest for collectors of WWI history, British Empire material, and South African historical memorabilia.

Signed photograph of Douglas Haig, Jan Smuts and H.T. Lukin, taken in Cape Town circa 1918–1921, with original signatures on the mount.

  • Subjects: Douglas Haig, Jan Smuts, Henry Timson Lukin

  • Date: circa 1918–1921

  • Origin: Cape Town, South Africa

  • Medium: black and white photograph on original mount

  • Signatures: original ink signatures on mount

  • Photographer: “Eilgcome (?) & Co., 66 Hope Street, Cape Town” (partially legible)

  • Frame: included

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