19th-Century Portrait Of A French Officer Animals This was opened in 1887

This was opened in 1887 and was a popular destination for many leading painters

which increase in lightness until they fade from sight

It’s likely that this work was discovered fairly recently in a portfolio and saved

19” x 15” / 48cm x 38cm Year of creation 1957

Medium Oil on canvas

19th-Century Portrait Of A French Officer Animals This was opened in 1887A characterful 19th century portrait of a French officer with a determined expression. Clearly he means business. I wonder how the artist arrived at the point whereby they decided to give this gentleman such a steely look? Perhaps they painted exactly what they saw or did the officer insist upon it? If you can share any information relating to the uniform, do let us know. Medium Oil on canvas Overall size 20 x 24 51cm x 62cm Year of creation c. 1860