Who painted Portrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky as a Child?

Portrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky as a Child was painted by Carl Ludwig Johann Christineck in 1769.

Where can I see Portrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky as a Child?

Portrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky as a Child is held by Hermitage Museum.

What movement is Portrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky as a Child?

Portrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky as a Child is associated with Rococo painting.

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Artwork

Portrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky as a Child

Carl Ludwig Johann Christineck , 1769

Portrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky as a Child is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Carl Ludwig Johann Christineck. It dates from 1769 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Carl Ludwig Johann Christineck's 1769 oil painting, Portrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky as a Child, is a representative work of the Rococo style. It is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Count Alexei Bobrinsky, a young member of the Russian aristocracy, dressed in ornate attire. His calm yet alert expression is captured through soft lighting.

Technique & Style

Christineck's use of oil paint showcases his skill in rendering intricate details, such as the silver embroidery on the boy's green coat. The Rococo style is evident in the painting's emphasis on elegance and refinement.

History & Provenance

Christineck, a Russian portraitist of German descent, was active in St. Petersburg and specialized in portraits of high-ranking figures. The painting has been part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

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Artist

Carl Ludwig Johann Christineck

Carl-Ludwig Christinek (1730/1732–c.1794) was a Russian painter. Christinek was born to German parents and was initially taught in German, but lived his whole life in Russia. He painted primarily portraits of Russian…