Constant Lambert as a Christ's Hospital Schoolboy 1916

George Washington Lambert's 1916 portrait, "Constant Lambert as a Christ's Hospital Schoolboy", captures a young Constant Lambert, a future composer and conductor, in the distinctive uniform of the historic Christ's Hospital school. The painting, executed in a realist style, emphasizes the boy's youthful innocence and the formality of the uniform, with its black coat, short breeches, and yellow stockings, against the backdrop of a blue curtain. Lambert's notable career in music adds a layer of intrigue to this captivating portrait, offering a glimpse into the formative years of a renowned musical figure.