About this artwork
Albertus Verhoesen created this print of an officer of the North Holland Jagers. The composition is dominated by a central figure, meticulously rendered with a balance of color and detail. The officer's uniform, in shades of green and gold, stands out against the muted background, grounding the figure in the composition. Verhoesen’s structured approach creates a certain visual hierarchy. The sharpness of the lines and the clear definition of form reflect an interest in order and representation. The careful detailing of the uniform suggests the importance of identity and status. The print invites consideration of how visual elements—color, line, and form—create meaning. The officer stands not just as a figure, but as a symbol within a structure of cultural and social values. We can examine the formal elements to reveal the layers of meaning embedded within the artwork.
Officier der Noord Hollandsche Jagers 1835 - 1850
Albertus Verhoesen
1806 - 1881Location
RijksmuseumArtwork details
- Medium
- drawing, coloured-pencil, watercolor
- Dimensions
- height 170 mm, width 110 mm
- Location
- Rijksmuseum
- Copyright
- Rijks Museum: Open Domain
Tags
portrait
drawing
coloured-pencil
dutch-golden-age
watercolor
coloured pencil
costume
watercolour illustration
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About this artwork
Albertus Verhoesen created this print of an officer of the North Holland Jagers. The composition is dominated by a central figure, meticulously rendered with a balance of color and detail. The officer's uniform, in shades of green and gold, stands out against the muted background, grounding the figure in the composition. Verhoesen’s structured approach creates a certain visual hierarchy. The sharpness of the lines and the clear definition of form reflect an interest in order and representation. The careful detailing of the uniform suggests the importance of identity and status. The print invites consideration of how visual elements—color, line, and form—create meaning. The officer stands not just as a figure, but as a symbol within a structure of cultural and social values. We can examine the formal elements to reveal the layers of meaning embedded within the artwork.
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