Portrait of a War Commissioner by Jacques Wilbaut. A waist-length portrait of a man in a dark blue uniform with a bright scarlet collar and gold buttons, holding a folded document.

Portrait of a War Commissioner

Jacques Wilbaut

1802 · Medium Not Listed

A dignified early 19th-century French portrait featuring a high-contrast palette and meticulous military detailing.

$243

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1802 by Jacques Wilbaut, this formal portrait depicts a 'commissaire des guerres' (war commissioner) from the early Napoleonic era. The sitter’s steady gaze and the rich contrast between his dark navy coat and vibrant red collar exemplify the refined portraiture of the French school. With its atmospheric lighting and scholarly tone, this piece offers a sophisticated presence for traditional or academic spaces.