Portrait Of An Officer Born In 1787 – Military

Portrait of a French officer in uniform, probably from the first half of the 19th century. The sitter is depicted in a bust-length portrait, wearing a dark military uniform with red facings, adorned with gold epaulettes and decorated with the Legion of Honour, a prestigious distinction created by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802. The face is rendered with finesse, highlighting the man's expression and the details of the uniform. The simple background emphasizes the figure and the military insignia. This type of portrait was frequently commissioned by officers or their families to attest to their rank and career. On the reverse of the canvas, an old handwritten inscription mentions the date "Born February 18, 1787, aged 61 years by Mazet." A decorative and historical work reminiscent of 19th-century military portraits. Canvas dimensions: 61 × 50 cm. Dimensions with frame: 69 × 56 cm.