Who painted Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet?

Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet was painted by Alexander Roslin in 1792.

Where can I see Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet?

Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet is held by Nationalmuseum.

What movement is Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet?

Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet

Alexander Roslin , 1792

Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Alexander Roslin. It dates from 1792 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.

About this work

Overview

This 1792 oil painting by Alexander Roslin portrays Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet, rendered in a style blending Classicist and Rococo elements. The work is part of the Nationalmuseum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Christoffer Bogislaus Zibet, is depicted in formal attire, including a blue jacket with a gold star, a white shirt, and a brown fur coat, against a dark brown background. His neutral expression and direct gaze characterize the portrait as formal.

Technique & Style

Roslin's technique combines Classicist structural elements with the luminous, decorative qualities of Rococo, notably in the detailed rendering of fabrics and jewels.

History & Provenance

Created in 1792 for an aristocratic patron, the painting is now held in the Nationalmuseum's collection, reflecting Roslin's later French career style.

Context

As a Swedish painter working in European courts, Roslin's work catered to aristocratic tastes, with this portrait exemplifying the elegant, ornate style popular among his clientele.

Legacy

This portrait showcases Roslin's contribution to the transitional style between Classicism and Rococo in late 18th-century European portraiture.

Artist & collection

Artist

Alexander Roslin

Alexander Roslin (pronounced ; spelled Alexandre in French, pronounced ; 15 July 1718 – 5 July 1793) was a Swedish painter who worked in Scania, Bayreuth, Paris, Italy, Warsaw and St.