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Portrait of Pavel Kiselyov

Franz Krüger , 1851

Portrait of Pavel Kiselyov, by Franz Krüger, oil, 1851
Portrait of Pavel Kiselyov, by Franz Krüger, oil, 1851

Portrait of Pavel Kiselyov is an oil painting by the Realist artist Franz Krüger. It dates from 1851 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of Pavel Kiselyov is a 1851 oil painting by Franz Krüger, a Prussian artist known for his portraits and equestrian scenes. The work is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Pavel Kiselyov, a notable figure, in a formal military uniform adorned with medals and insignia, conveying a sense of dignity and authority.

Technique & Style

Krüger's realist style is evident in the detailed rendering of Kiselyov's uniform and the subtle play of light on his face and shoulders, creating a sense of depth and volume.

History & Provenance

Created in 1851, the painting is now held in the State Hermitage Museum, indicating its significance as a portrait of a prominent individual.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Franz Krüger

Artist

Franz Krüger

Franz Krüger (10 September 1797, in Großbadegast, Köthen, Anhalt – 21 January 1857, in Berlin), known as Pferde-Krüger ("Horse-Krüger"), was a German (Prussian) painter and lithographer.

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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