Dreyfus, Alfred (X 1878 ; 1859-1935).
Christoffel Frederik Franck (1758 – 1816)
Discover Christoffel Frederik Franck (1758-1816), a Dutch painter renowned for his detailed portraits & genre scenes of everyday life. His works, held at the Rijksmuseum, offer a glimpse into 18th/19th century Netherlands. Explore his legacy!
Accused in 1894 of being the author of a letter (the note, or the slip) announcing to a foreign agent the sending of military documents, Dreyfus was tried in camera by a council of war which unanimously condemned him to deportation and military degradation. While he was serving his sentence on Devil’s Island, a review campaign was led by Senator Scheurer-Kestner, Lt. Col. Picquart and Dreyfus’s brother, accusing Commander Esterhazy. After two requests for review, Dreyfus
About this artwork
- Title: Dreyfus, Alfred (X 1878 ; 1859-1935).
- Artist: Christoffel Frederik Franck
- Year: 1880
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Creative period: Late 19th Century
- Main color: Rosy Brown
- Keywords: 19th century art , vintage photograph , portrait painting
- Color intensity: Balanced
- Perceived brightness: brilliant

