Who painted Reinhold Johan de la Barre (död 1724), generallöjtnant?

Reinhold Johan de la Barre (död 1724), generallöjtnant was painted by David von Krafft in 1699.

Where can I see Reinhold Johan de la Barre (död 1724), generallöjtnant?

Reinhold Johan de la Barre (död 1724), generallöjtnant is held by Nationalmuseum.

What movement is Reinhold Johan de la Barre (död 1724), generallöjtnant?

Reinhold Johan de la Barre (död 1724), generallöjtnant is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Reinhold Johan de la Barre (död 1724), generallöjtnant

David von Krafft , 1699

Reinhold Johan de la Barre (död 1724), generallöjtnant is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist David von Krafft. It dates from 1699 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.

About this work

Overview

This oil-on-canvas portrait, created around 1699, is the work of David von Krafft, a German-Swedish painter who served as the Swedish Royal Court painter from 1698.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Reinhold Johan de la Barre, a Swedish general who died in 1724. His attire, including a dark vest and a sword, signifies his military status. The serious expression and pose convey a sense of dignity and authority.

Technique & Style

The portrait showcases Krafft's skill in capturing the subject's likeness and attire. The dark background effectively highlights de la Barre's features and clothing, demonstrating the artist's use of contrast to create a visually striking image.

History & Provenance

The painting is now held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum in Sweden. Krafft was trained by his uncle, David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl, whom he succeeded as court painter.

Artist & collection

Artist

David von Krafft

David Krafft, from 1719 David von Krafft (1655 – 20 September 1724), was a German-Swedish painter, the nephew and student of David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl and his successor (in 1698) as painter to the Swedish Royal Court.