Study after Joshua Reynolds’s Portrait of Cornet Nehemiah Winter, 11th Dragoons

This captivating artwork is a study by Hercules Brabazon Brabazon, created as an homage to the original portrait of Cornet Nehemiah Winter by Sir Joshua Reynolds. Brabazon's rendition exemplifies his masterful use of watercolor and pastels to evoke emotion and character through seemingly spontaneous strokes.The focus of the painting is Cornet Nehemiah Winter, depicted with a vibrant intensity that captures the viewer’s attention immediately. Winter, a member of the 11th Dragoons, is portrayed wearing his military regalia, the bright red of his uniform striking against the softer, muted background. His face, though rendered with limited detail, conveys a certain sternness and pride suitable for a man of his standing in the military. The black hat adorned with a plume adds a touch of elegance and authority.Brabazon's technique involves a delicate balance of shadow and light, with bold sweeps of color emphasizing the Cornet’s attire and softer, blurred lines suggesting movement and a moment captured in time. The artist's signature, found in the lower corner, complements the piece, remaining unobtrusive yet affirming the creator’s connection to his work.This piece is not just a portrait but a glimpse into the past, portraying a figure of military history through the sensitive and expressive eyes of Hercules Brabazon Brabazon.