Portret van George Wade by Alexander van Haecken

Portret van George Wade 1736

alexandervanhaecken

facial expression drawing

character portrait

pencil sketch

charcoal drawing

charcoal art

portrait reference

surrealism

portrait drawing

facial study

portrait art

"Portret van George Wade" (1736) is an etching by Alexander van Haecken (1701-1758), depicting George Wade, a British military leader who served as Commander-in-Chief of the forces in Scotland during the 1740s. Wade is portrayed in full military regalia, standing before a landscape that likely represents Scotland. This etching is a fine example of portraiture art from the 18th century, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the subject's likeness and conveying his military power.