Oil on canvas (laid down), Continental or Latin American, the sitter wearing a dark blue uniform coat with red trim and hosting two orders; later frame.

Sight size 28-1/2 x 23-3/4 in.; Frame dimensions 35 x 30-1/4 in.

Tear near sitter's proper right cheek; extensive craquelure; areas of retouch and repairs visible under UV light; stretcher marks; surface grime.