Who painted Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане?

Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане was painted by Fyodor Rokotov in 1770.

Where can I see Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане?

Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане is held by Tretyakov Gallery.

What movement is Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане?

Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане?

Museum-quality prints of Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане

Fyodor Rokotov , 1770

Портрет неизвестного в синем кафтане is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Fyodor Rokotov. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

Overview

This 1770 oil painting, Portrait of an Unknown Man in a Blue Caftan, is the work of Fyodor Rokotov, a Russian artist who rose to prominence after being freed from serfdom. It is now part of the Tretyakov Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a man in a blue coat and white shirt, looking directly at the viewer. His neatly styled, curly hair is a notable aspect of his appearance. The subject's direct gaze engages the viewer, inviting interpretation of his character and status.

Technique & Style

Rokotov's use of oil paint captures the subtle play of light on the subject's face, adding depth and nuance to the portrait. The style is characteristic of Rokotov's work, reflecting his training at the Saint Petersburg Academy of Arts during the Rococo period.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Fyodor Rokotov

Fyodor Stepanovich Rokotov (Fedor Rokotov) (Russian: Фёдор Степа́нович Ро́котов; 1736 – December 24, 1808) was a Russian painter who specialized in portraits.