A Condottiere 1871 - 1872

fredericleighton

figurative

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

portrait head and shoulder

underpainting

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

"A Condottiere" (1871-1872) is a painting by the English artist Frederic Leighton, known for his Pre-Raphaelite style. The artwork depicts a Condottiere, an Italian military leader, clad in shining armor, with a stern expression, set against a dimly lit background, symbolizing the perils of war and the solemn responsibility of a military commander. Leighton’s meticulous detail and rich color palette capture the essence of the Renaissance era and the power of the Condottiere.