Carl von Dannfelt (1773-1841), officer, överadjutant
1811
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
1811
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
This portrait features a man in a dark military uniform adorned with gold accents, standing in front of a dark background. He wears a high-collared jacket with epaulets and a belt around his waist, and his right hand is clenched into a fist. A sword hangs at his side. The subject's attire and the formal setting suggest that this is an official portrait. The painting's style and attention to detail imply a high level of craftsmanship. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, look up Johan Gustaf Wäström.
