Schets van een zittende, lezende militair bij een potkachel 1830

This pencil sketch by Christian Heinrich Gottlieb Steuerwald, completed in 1830, depicts a seated military officer reading a book. The officer is dressed in a military uniform and is positioned in a chair beside a burning candle and a stove. This intimate scene showcases the artist's talent for capturing the quiet moments of daily life, and offers a glimpse into the interior spaces of the 19th century. The sketch's loose, gestural lines and subtle shading create a sense of immediacy and informality. The artwork is a valuable example of Steuerwald's mastery of drawing, which he used to capture both the details and atmosphere of his subjects.