Who painted Portrait of Boris V. Poluektov (1779-1843)?

Portrait of Boris V. Poluektov (1779-1843) was painted by George Dawe in 1824.

Where can I see Portrait of Boris V. Poluektov (1779-1843)?

Portrait of Boris V. Poluektov (1779-1843) is held by Hermitage Museum.

Artwork

Portrait of Boris V. Poluektov (1779-1843)

Portrait of Boris V. Poluektov (1779-1843) is an oil painting by George Dawe. It dates from 1824 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Painted in 1824 by English portraitist George Dawe, *Portrait of Boris V. Poluektov* is an oil-on-canvas depiction of a prominent military figure from early 19th-century Russia. The work is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Boris V. Poluektov (1779-1843), is portrayed in formal military attire, conveying his professional stature. The serious expression and prominently displayed medals underscore his achievements and rank.

Technique & Style

Dawe's smooth brushstrokes characterize the subject's face and uniform, with textured accents highlighting the gold trim and medals. A plain background emphasizes Poluektov's image, typical of Dawe's portraiture focus.

History & Provenance

Created during Dawe's prolific period in Saint Petersburg (after 1819), the painting is one of many portraits of military leaders by the artist. It is now held in the State Hermitage Museum.

Context

Part of a larger body of work by Dawe featuring Russian generals from the Napoleonic Wars, this portrait reflects the artist's adaptation to Russian patronage and his role in documenting the military elite of the time.

Artist & collection

Artist

George Dawe

George Dawe (6 February 1781 – 15 October 1829) was an English portraitist who painted 329 portraits of Russian generals active during Napoleon's invasion of Russia for the Military Gallery of the Winter Palace.

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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