for sale is a rare and highly collectable antique military oil portrait painting from the World War I era.
This authentic portrait depicts a German officer/soldier serving in the prestigious 3rd Württemberg Infantry Regiment "Alt-Württemberg" No. 121 (Infanterie-Regiment „Alt-Württemberg“ (3. Württembergisches) Nr. 121), which belonged to the XIII Army Corps and was historically garrisoned in Ludwigsburg, near Stuttgart.
The painting was originally acquired in Stuttgart, Germany. The subject is shown wearing the military uniform featuring the distinctive red regimental number "121" clearly marked on the shoulder area. He is adorned with military medals and award ribbons (including the Iron Cross ribbon bar).
The portrait is executed with oil on canvas and is housed in its original, elegant black wooden frame with a classic gilded inner border.
• Medium: Oil on Canvas
• Subject: Military Portrait / WWI German Officer
• Regiment: 3. Württembergisches Infanterie-Regiment Nr. 121 "Alt-Württemberg"
• Dimensions (including frame): Height 36 cm / Width 30 cm (approx. 14.1 x 11.8 inches)
• Origin: Acquired in Stuttgart, Germany
• Markings: Features the red regimental number "121" on the shoulder. There is also an old handwritten signature/inscription on the top back of the wooden frame (please see photos for details).
Condition Report:
The painting is in good antique condition with a wonderful genuine vintage patina. The canvas shows a fine, stable texture. There is a small, stable superficial age line/crack in the upper left background area (clearly documented in the close-up photos), which does not affect the central figure and adds to its authentic historical character. The frame is solid and ready to hang.
A fantastic piece of German imperial militaria history, perfect for collectors of WWI art and Württemberg military heritage.