Old World Portraits
An Unknown British Officer
John Hoppner
This striking regimental portrait captures the dignity of a British officer through vibrant color and masterful brushwork.
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A 42nd Highlander Attending a General of the 7th Hussars
George Jones
1815 · Medium Not Listed
A dramatic military study depicting a poignant moment between two soldiers in vibrant red uniforms.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — holds its place without needing much around it.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Deep burgundy, Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
This 1815 oil study by George Jones captures a moment of assistance on the field, featuring a member of the Black Watch attending to a General of the Hussars. Created as a study for 'The Battle of Waterloo,' the work utilizes a bold red palette against a moody, textured background, exemplifying 19th-century British military painting.
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