Cecil Arthur Tooke, Seaman, Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve by Arthur Kampf. A portrait of a seaman with crossed arms, wearing a navy blue sailor's uniform and a cap labeled 'R.N.V.R. LONDON'.

Cecil Arthur Tooke, Seaman, Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve

Arthur Kampf

1918 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A striking WWI-era portrait of a Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve seaman, rendered with bold brushwork and a commanding presence.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Library · Study · Office
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Warm beige, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1918 by Arthur Kampf, this oil portrait depicts Cecil Arthur Tooke of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve. The subject is shown in a dark naval uniform with his arms crossed, his steady gaze and weathered features captured with impressive realism and dignity. The piece exemplifies early 20th-century character portraiture with its focus on identity and service.

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