Artwork
Portrait of General Mikhail Dmitrievich Skobelev
Portrait of General Mikhail Dmitrievich Skobelev is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 1878 watercolour portrait depicts General Mikhail Dmitrievich Skobelev on horseback, created by an artist identified by the monogram C.
About this work
Overview
This 1878 watercolour portrait depicts General Mikhail Dmitrievich Skobelev on horseback, created by an artist identified by the monogram C. H.
Subject & Meaning
The general is shown in military uniform, sitting calmly on his horse amidst a serene landscape with mountains in the background. His serious expression and the horse's alert posture convey a sense of readiness.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies the Realism movement, characterized by its detailed and realistic depiction of the scene. The artist's use of watercolour captures the subtleties of the landscape and the subject's attire.
History & Provenance
The artist, possibly a Special Artist for the Illustrated London News, may have been sent to cover the Russo-Turkish War. The work was purchased from Lucy Hoare in September 1967 and entered the collection.
Artist & collection
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