Soldier

Soldier

John Absolon

1860

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This watercolour painting depicts a soldier, rendered in a realistic style. The soldier is dressed in a red tunic and pants, paired with a white headscarf and a beige sash around his waist. He wears brown boots and holds a sword in his right hand, with his left hand resting on his hip. The soldier's attire and posture convey a sense of confidence and authority. The artist's use of colour and shading adds depth and dimension to the figure, creating a sense of volume and texture. The painting's attention to detail and realistic depiction of the soldier make it a compelling work of art. To learn more about the artist's style and technique, explore the works of John Absolon.

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