Artwork

Locotenent colonel Baitz

Locotenent colonel Baitz, by Ferdinand Heilmann
Locotenent colonel Baitz, by Ferdinand Heilmann

Locotenent colonel Baitz is a print by Ferdinand Heilmann. It is held in the collection of the Brukenthal National Museum. The portrait depicts a military officer in uniform, characterized by a thick beard and subtle smile.

About this work

Overview

The portrait depicts a military officer in uniform, characterized by a thick beard and subtle smile.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is shown wearing a decorated collar with gold buttons and medals, including a red ribbon and two gold crosses, indicating his military honors and rank.

Technique & Style

The painting exhibits signs of aging, with wear on the edges, and features a plain, dark background that emphasizes the subject's face and uniform.

Artist & collection

Artist

Ferdinand Heilmann

Ferdinand Heilmann made formal portraits of army officers in the mid-1800s. His brush or needle captured five Hungarian colonels and lieutenants, each shown in full uniform with medals and sashes. The prints and…