The Veteran c. 1885

"The Veteran" is a c. 1885 oil painting by the American realist painter Thomas Eakins, known for his detailed and often somber depictions of everyday life. The artwork, likely a portrait, focuses on a man with a weathered face and dark hair, his gaze directed downward, a hint of sadness in his eyes. This work is a prime example of Eakins's mastery of realism and his focus on capturing the complexities of human experience.