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The Old Soldier - Berncastel

Alfred Cornelius Howland

1862

graphite

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

The Old Soldier - Berncastel is a 1862 graphite by Alfred Cornelius Howland, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Alfred Cornelius Howland
When & what style?: 1862 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows an older man sitting on a ledge, leaning on a cane. He wears a wide-brimmed hat, a long coat with buttons, and boots. His face looks tired, and one hand rests on his knee while the other holds the cane. The drawing is rough and sketchy, with loose lines that focus on the man’s worn clothes and serious expression. It looks like it was done quickly, almost like a study. If you like this style, check out Howland, Alfred Cornelius.