Portret van Edmund zu Schwarzenberg by Carl Mayer

Portret van Edmund zu Schwarzenberg 1853 - 1868

pencil drawn

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

pencil sketch

old engraving style

pencil drawing

ink drawing experimentation

limited contrast and shading

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

This lithograph by Carl Mayer, dating from 1853-1868, depicts Edmund zu Schwarzenberg, an Austrian field marshal who played a significant role in the 1848 revolution. The portrait, held in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Schwarzenberg in military uniform, his hand resting on the hilt of his sword, highlighting his military prowess and aristocratic stature. The realistic detail of the artwork captures his serious demeanor and distinguished appearance.