Artwork
Officers at Cobham Camp
Officers at Cobham Camp is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Lami. It dates from 1854 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Officers at Cobham Camp is a watercolour painting depicting a group of officers.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows two soldiers in formal red uniforms with black belts, gold buttons, and tall black hats. One holds a striped flag, while the other carries a bag and rifle, conveying a sense of military ceremony or preparation.
Technique & Style
The painting features loose, quick brushstrokes, giving it a sketchy appearance characteristic of watercolours from the same period.
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Artist & collection
Artist
This artist left a quiet record of 19th-century life in watercolor, mostly scenes of British soldiers and buildings.
