Q21673744
1856
oil
From the collection of Groeningemuseum
1856
oil
From the collection of Groeningemuseum
The painting depicts a man in a military uniform, standing in front of a landscape. He wears a dark jacket with gold accents and a red sash, paired with white pants and black boots. His left hand rests on the hilt of a sword, while his right hand grasps a hat. The background features a cloudy sky, trees, and a stone wall. The man's attire and the sword suggest a sense of authority and military rank. The cloudy sky and the stone wall add depth to the scene, creating a sense of atmosphere. This painting is reminiscent of the work of artists who specialize in portraiture, such as Eugene van Maldeghem.
