Artwork

Bildnis eines jungen Fürsten

Bildnis eines jungen Fürsten, by Daniel de Savoye, unspecified, 1693
Bildnis eines jungen Fürsten, by Daniel de Savoye, unspecified, 1693

Bildnis eines jungen Fürsten is an unspecified painting by the Barbizon school artist Daniel de Savoye. It dates from 1693 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Bildnis eines jungen Fürsten is a portrait painting by Daniel de Savoye, dated to 1693, currently part of the collection at the Alte Pinakothek.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a young prince dressed in dark, possibly military, attire, with a sword at his side and another in his hand, conveying an air of seriousness and authority through his neutral expression.

Technique & Style

De Savoye employs chiaroscuro to create depth, focusing attention on the subject's face and upper body against a dark background, characteristic of the period's portrait techniques.

History & Provenance

Created in 1693, the work's history prior to its current residence at the Alte Pinakothek is not detailed in available information.

Context

The artwork reflects late 17th-century European portraiture trends, where dignitaries were often depicted in formal, powerful attire, with the artist's use of chiaroscuro aligning with contemporary artistic practices.

Legacy

As a specific legacy of 'Bildnis eines jungen Fürsten' is not highlighted in provided sources, its significance appears to lie in its representation of late 17th-century portraiture and the artist's skillful use of chiaroscuro.

Artist & collection

Artist

Daniel de Savoye

Daniel de Savoye (1654–1716) was an artist, born in Grenoble.