Franz von Elgger
Born in 1794.
Died in 1858.
Franz von Elgger is recognised for his work as an officer and painter. His oeuvre is distinguished by portraits as well as military genre scenes, reflecting both a personal and a historical sensibility. The details of his career remain partly obscure, but his commitment to these two artistic fields suggests a desire to capture the essence of his era through the prism of military and individual identity.
