Captain Sir Tom portraits to be auctioned for his foundation

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One of the many portraits given to Capt Sir Tom now being sold for charity Credit: Sworders' London Gallery

A collection of artworks given to Captain Sir Tom Moore in honour of this 100th birthday are being auctioned online.

During the pandemic the heartwarming story of the Bedfordshire war veteran attracted world-wide attention. Over the last few months 120 paintings and drawings were sent to the family from people around the world.

The online auction finishes on Sunday Nov 8 Credit: Sworders' London Gallery

All proceeds raised from the sale, conducted by Sworders in a timed online sale which opened today will go directly to The Captain Tom Foundation. The foundation wants to help:

  • Combat loneliness

  • Help those facing bereavement

  • Support education and equality

An oil canvas of a young Captain Sir Tom Moore Credit: Sworders' London Gallery

More information can be found at the The Captain Tom Foundation website