Where can I see Portrait of the court painterJohann Georg Winter (1707–1770)?

Portrait of the court painterJohann Georg Winter (1707–1770) is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Portrait of the court painterJohann Georg Winter (1707–1770)?

Portrait of the court painterJohann Georg Winter (1707–1770) is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Portrait of the court painterJohann Georg Winter (1707–1770)

Portrait of the court painterJohann Georg Winter (1707–1770) is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Georg Desmarées. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Georg Desmarées painted an oil portrait of Johann Georg Winter, the court painter, around 1750. The work is part of the collection of the Alte Pinakothek in Munich. Rendered in a restrained, monochrome palette, the image presents Winter in a half‑length pose, emphasizing his dignified bearing and professional status.

Subject & Meaning

Johann Georg Winter (1707–1770) is shown with curled hair and a solemn expression, dressed in a dark coat over a white shirt trimmed with elaborate lace cuffs. The composition conveys the sitter’s role within the court hierarchy, highlighting his refined attire and the seriousness expected of a court artist.

Technique & Style

Desmarées employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and shadow to model the folds of the lace and the texture of the coat. The subdued background eliminates distractions, directing attention to the three‑dimensional rendering of Winter’s features and clothing, a hallmark of mid‑eighteenth‑century portraiture.

History & Provenance

Since its creation, the portrait has remained in German collections, ultimately entering the Alte Pinakothek’s holdings. The museum’s acquisition records place the work within its broader assemblage of 18th‑century court portraits, preserving its link to the artistic milieu of the Bavarian court.