Portret van de schilder Horace Vernet 1859

This lithograph portrait of Horace Vernet, created in 1859 by French artist Marie-Alexandre Alophe, showcases the subject in a seated pose with his arms crossed. The artist captures Vernet’s likeness with meticulous detail, highlighting his piercing gaze and signature mustache. The simple composition and subtle shading create a sense of realism, typical of the portrait genre prevalent in 19th-century art. This artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.