Artwork

Portrait of M.I. Tatischeva

Portrait of M.I. Tatischeva, by David Luders, oil, 1759
Portrait of M.I. Tatischeva, by David Luders, oil, 1759

Portrait of M.I. Tatischeva is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist David Luders. It dates from 1759 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery. Portrait of M.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of M.I. Tatischeva is an oil painting created by David Luders in 1759. It is part of the Tretyakov Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a woman in a white dress with red accents, her hair styled in an updo with flowers. Her calm expression and direct gaze convey a sense of serenity. The dark background emphasizes her features, creating an impression of quiet elegance.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved a sense of depth through a range of colors. The use of light and shadow adds dimensionality to the subject, exemplifying techniques such as chiaroscuro.

Artist & collection

Portrait of David Luders

Artist

David Luders

David Luders (1710–1759) was an artist, born in Hamburg.

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