Artwork
Kuningas Kaarle XII

Kuningas Kaarle XII is an unspecified painting by the Barbizon school artist David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl. It is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.
About this work
Overview
The painting 'Kuningas Kaarle XII' is a representational work depicting a man on horseback.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure, dressed in a black hat, vest, and yellow skirt, sits atop a dark brown horse with a flowing mane and tail, conveying an air of grandeur and majesty.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by detailed and realistic depictions, echoing the style of David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl, known for his precise renderings of people and animals.
Context
The background features rolling hills, a body of water, and a cloudy sky, providing a naturalistic setting for the central equestrian figure.
Artist & collection
Artist
David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl (1628–1698) was an artist, born in Hamburg.



















