Buste van een krijgsman 1811 - 1867

"Buste van een krijgsman" is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Christiaan Wilhelmus Moorrees, created between 1811 and 1867. The small, detailed drawing depicts the bust of a soldier wearing a helmet, with a focus on his facial features and the textures of his uniform. This intimate portrait showcases Moorrees’ skill in capturing likeness and detail, highlighting the subject’s military identity and the artist’s keen observation. The drawing, measuring only 80 mm in height and 47 mm in width, exemplifies the artistic style of the 19th century, when realism and careful observation were valued.