Portrait of a Portuguese soldier smoking a cigarette
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Portrait of a Portuguese soldier smoking a cigarette
Portrait of a Portuguese soldier smoking a cigarette. Julien T Felt (1874-1933)
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1874 1933 Cigarette Julien Portuguese Regiments Tfelt
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative portrait captures the introspective moment of a Portuguese soldier as he takes a pause from the rigors of military life to enjoy a cigarette. The soldier's weary expression and the haze of smoke surrounding his face convey a sense of weariness and longing, perhaps for the comforts of home or for the end of the conflict that kept him away. The portrait was painted by Julien T. Felt (1874-1933), a French artist who is known for his portraits of soldiers during World War I. Felt's skillful use of light and shadow, as well as his ability to convey emotion through his subjects' expressions and body language, make this painting a poignant reminder of the human experience of war. The Portuguese military played a significant role in the Allied forces during World War I, with several regiments seeing action on the Western Front. This soldier's uniform and equipment suggest that he may have been part of one of these units, adding to the historical significance of the image. The painting is a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the essence of a moment in history, and to remind us of the sacrifices and experiences of those who served in uniform. Julien T. Felt's Portrait of a Portuguese soldier smoking a cigarette is a valuable addition to any collection of military or historical portraits, and a moving reminder of the human stories that lie behind the statistics and headlines of war.
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