40. Jules (Duval) Delaunay (French, circa 1815-1906) A Major General accompanied by an Orderly signed 'J. DELAUNAY' (lower left) oil on panel 25.5 x 20cm (10 1/16 x 7 7/8in). Provenance Private Collection, France The attire of the figures suggests that the painting can be dated to around 1880. Jules-Élie Delaunay, known for his interest in historical and military subjects, captures here a major general accompanied by an orderly, reflecting his characteristic attention to period detail and military regalia.