Captain C.P.J. O'Kelly by Frederick Varley. A three-quarter length oil portrait of a man in a British military uniform with a peaked cap against a textured, muted background.

Captain C.P.J. O'Kelly

Frederick Varley

1918 · Oil Paint, Canvas

This dignified 1918 oil portrait captures a military officer in uniform, rendered with the expressive brushwork of Canadian artist Frederick Varley.

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work in walnut and cognac tones — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Library · Office · Study
Placement
Works well as a centered vertical note
Walls
Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Rich brown, Deep burgundy, Olive green

About the piece

Painted in 1918 by Frederick Varley, a founding member of the Group of Seven, this portrait depicts Captain C.P.J. O'Kelly in full military dress. The work features a sophisticated palette of olive, ochre, and muted teal, showcasing the artist's ability to blend formal representation with a modern, painterly sensibility that feels both historical and timeless.

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