Artwork
The Outskirts of St Petersburg near the Porcelain Factory
The Outskirts of St Petersburg near the Porcelain Factory is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Benjamin Patersen. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Outskirts of St Petersburg near the Porcelain Factory is a painting by Benjamin Patersen, a Swedish-born artist active in Saint Petersburg. Created around 1750, it is an example of his work in oil paint.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene riverside scene on the outskirts of Saint Petersburg, near the Porcelain Factory. It features everyday activities such as men standing by the water, horses pulling carts, and a ship sailing in the distance, capturing a moment in the life of the city's surroundings.
Technique & Style
Patersen's use of oil paint allows for a detailed and warm representation of the scene. The artist's attention to light and its effects on the water and buildings creates a soft, gentle atmosphere, characteristic of his topographical style, which was influenced by the Rococo.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the collection of the State Hermitage Museum, a testament to its significance in the artistic heritage of Russia.
Artist & collection
Artist
Benjamin Patersen, or Patersson (Russian: Бенжамен Патерсен; 2 September 1748/50, in Varberg 1815, in Saint Petersburg), was a Swedish-born Russian painter and engraver known primarily for his cityscapes.
