Portret van een kapitein c. 1848 - 1854

"Portret van een kapitein" is a pencil drawing created by German artist Christian Heinrich Gottlieb Steuerwald between 1848 and 1854. The work depicts a man in a coat, likely a captain, with a stern but kind expression, rendered through detailed shading. Steuerwald, known for his portraiture and landscapes, captures the sitter's character with subtle detail, showcasing his mastery of the medium. This realism, characteristic of 19th-century portraiture, allows viewers to connect with the individual depicted. The drawing's intimate scale and focus on the individual contribute to its evocative and historically valuable nature.