Portrait of Count Illarion I. Vorontsov

The painting showcases Rokotov's use of chiaroscuro, with a dark background that highlights the subject's features and creates a sense of depth. The Rococo style is evident in the refined and detailed rendering of the count's clothing and expression.

Rokotov, born into serfdom in 1736, purchased his freedom and became a prominent portraitist, achieving the title of Academician in 1765. The painting reflects his skill as a fashionable painter of his time.