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Portrait of Alexander Rimskiy-Korsakov in his youth
Portrait of Alexander Rimskiy-Korsakov in his youth is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Fyodor Rokotov. It dates from 1781 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.
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Overview
The Portrait of Alexander Rimskiy-Korsakov in his youth is an oil painting created by Fyodor Rokotov around 1781. It is a representative example of Rokotov's work as a prominent Russian portraitist.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a young man, Alexander Rimskiy-Korsakov, in a refined and intimate manner. He is shown wearing a dark jacket with gold embroidery and a powdered wig, facing slightly to the right. The dark background emphasizes the subject's presence.
Technique & Style
Rokotov employed oil paint to achieve a detailed and nuanced representation of his subject. The work is characteristic of the Rococo style, known for its emphasis on elegance and subtlety.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery. It was created by Fyodor Rokotov, who was born into serfdom in 1736 and gained his freedom in the late 1750s after graduating from the Saint Petersburg Academy of Arts.
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Artist
Fyodor Stepanovich Rokotov (Fedor Rokotov) (Russian: Фёдор Степа́нович Ро́котов; 1736 – December 24, 1808) was a Russian painter who specialized in portraits.
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