Portrait of Alexander S. Shulgin (circa 1775 - 1841)

Dawe's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the rendering of Shulgin's uniform, particularly the gold trim and buttons. The overall style aligns with Dawe's portraitist expertise, honed during his time in Saint Petersburg from 1819 onwards.

Painted during Dawe's successful period in Saint Petersburg, where he gained acclaim among Russian cultural elites (including Pushkin), the portrait is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

This portrait reflects the cultural exchange and artistic patronage of the time, with a British artist capturing the likeness of a Russian official, highlighting the international nature of Saint Petersburg's artistic scene in the early 19th century.

As part of Dawe's oeuvre from his Russian period, the portrait contributes to the artist's reputation for precise, dignified depictions of the era's notable figures, while its presence in the Hermitage underscores its historical and artistic value.