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Astley Paston Cooper was one of the best-known surgeons of his generation. He was the son of a clergyman. He trained in London under Henry Cline and in 1800 was appointed surgeon to Guy’s Hospital. He was president of the Royal College of Surgeons in 1827 and 1836 and was elected vice-president of the Royal Society in 1830. He treated George IV and received a baronetcy for his successful treatment and was also surgeon to George IV, William IV and Queen Victoria.
Guy's Campus, Guy's & St Thomas' Foundation
London
Title
Sir Astley Cooper (1768–1842)
Date
1828–1883
Medium
oil on canvas
Measurements
H 127 x W 102 cm
Accession number
GTC2010.111
Acquisition method
given by Mr Clement Lucas, 1883
Work type
Painting