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Henri Benner was a portrait painter active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He is best known for his miniature paintings, often executed in watercolour on ivory. This particular artwork is a miniature portrait of a man in military uniform, likely a high-ranking officer, adorned with decorations. Benner's works are characterized by their delicate detail, precise brushwork and a sense of realism. The subject's expression, uniform, and intricate details of the miniature suggest the portrait's importance as a piece of personal or familial commemoration.
Born
1776
Died
1818