Signature illegible Miniature representing the Duke of Wellington, holder of the Order of the Golden Fleece, oil on board, 8 x 6 cm. Signature illegible. Wax stamp on the back. Note: In 1827, Arthur Wellington was appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Army (a position he held until his death in 1852, except during his term as Prime Minister). He became Prime Minister the following year, in 1828. A member of the Tory party, he was conservative in his decision-making.