Who painted Portrait of a boy?

Portrait of a boy was painted by Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich in 1753.

Where can I see Portrait of a boy?

Portrait of a boy is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Portrait of a boy?

Portrait of a boy is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Portrait of a boy

Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich , 1753

Portrait of a boy is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich. It dates from 1753 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich, a German painter and administrator, created this oil painting around 1753. It is a portrait held in the National Museum in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a boy with light brown hair, wearing a dark green dress with a red bow on the sleeve and a high white collar. His round face and soft features are accentuated by a slight smile.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of smooth brushstrokes is evident in the boy's skin and clothing, while the red bow has a more textured quality. The dark background highlights the boy's face, showcasing Dietrich's handling of light and shadow, a skill he demonstrated in his other works.

Artist & collection

Artist

Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich

Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich (30 October 1712 – 23 April 1774) was a German painter and art administrator. In his own works, he was adept at imitating many earlier artists, but never developed a style of his own.