Artwork
The Old Soldier - Berncastel
The Old Soldier - Berncastel is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Alfred Cornelius Howland. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left: Berncastel / am Mosel / September / "was kost den dass."; on verso now coverd by backing sheet: This old chap we picked up in the / streets at Berna stel. The costume / is worn today
About this work
Overview
The Old Soldier - Berncastel is a drawing by Alfred Cornelius Howland, created in 1862 using graphite on brown wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts an elderly man seated on a ledge, resting on a cane, with a tired expression. His attire includes a wide-brimmed hat, long coat, and boots, conveying a sense of weariness and age.
Technique & Style
Executed in a rough, sketchy manner, the drawing features loose lines that emphasize the subject's worn clothing and serious demeanor, suggesting a rapid, observational study.
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Artist & collection
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