Portrait of Lieutenant Robert Shankland by A. Y. Jackson. A three-quarter length oil portrait of a man in a World War I Canadian military uniform, including a kilt and glengarry cap, seated against a warm brown background.

Portrait of Lieutenant Robert Shankland

A. Y. Jackson

1917 · Oil Paint, Canvas

This dignified 1917 oil portrait by A.Y. Jackson captures a soldier in full military dress with a contemplative, steady gaze.

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece in walnut and cognac tones — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Library · Study · Office
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Rich brown, Charcoal black, Deep burgundy

About the piece

Painted in 1917 by the renowned Canadian artist A.Y. Jackson, this formal portrait depicts Lieutenant Robert Shankland in the uniform of the 43rd Battalion (Cameron Highlanders of Canada). The work showcases Jackson's masterful handling of oil, particularly in the rich textures of the wool uniform and the subtle, luminous rendering of the subject's face against a muted, earth-toned background.

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