Portret van Paul Kolounoff 1848

Auguste Raffet’s 1848 lithograph, “Portret van Paul Kolounoff,” showcases the artist’s talent for portraiture. The work depicts Kolounoff, a Russian general, standing in a relaxed pose, holding a hat in one hand and a cane in the other. Raffet's meticulous attention to detail captures Kolounoff's clothing and the surrounding landscape, creating a realistic portrayal of the subject. The artwork, now located in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Raffet’s skill as a draftsman and his ability to create compelling images that continue to hold the viewer's attention.