Portret van Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban 1838
anthonievanvolkom
#
pencil drawn
#
aged paper
#
light pencil work
#
pencil sketch
#
old engraving style
#
personal sketchbook
#
pencil drawing
#
sketchbook drawing
#
pencil work
#
watercolour illustration
This 1838 lithograph by Anthonie van Volkom depicts Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban, a renowned French military engineer and architect. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, showcases Vauban in a formal portrait, highlighting his status and contribution to French history. The detail of his military uniform and the decorative frame around the image emphasize the importance of Vauban's career. Van Volkom's masterful use of shading and line work brings a realistic and lifelike portrayal of the military figure.
Comments
No comments
Be the first to comment and join the conversation on the ultimate creative platform.