Old World Portraits
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An authoritative and atmospheric 19th-century portrait of a military commander.
Portrait of Comte Drouet d'Erlon
Ary Scheffer
1832 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dignified 19th-century portrait of a military commander, rendered with masterful tonal warmth and sophisticated detail.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Dining Room
- Placement
- Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in 1832 by Ary Scheffer, this formal portrait depicts the Comte Drouet d'Erlon in full military regalia. The work showcases the artist's skill in capturing character through soft, luminous lighting on the sitter's face, contrasted sharply against the deep navy of the uniform and the richly textured, golden-brown background typical of the Romantic era.
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