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Portrait of Ivan L. Shakhovskiy (1777-1860)
Portrait of Ivan L. Shakhovskiy (1777-1860) is an oil painting by George Dawe. It dates from 1822 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of Ivan L.
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Overview
The Portrait of Ivan L. Shakhovskiy (1777-1860) is an oil painting created by George Dawe in 1822. It is a representative work from Dawe's period in Saint Petersburg, where he gained acclaim.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Ivan L. Shakhovskiy, a Russian military figure, in formal attire. His black military uniform with red accents and gold medals signifies his high rank or status.
Technique & Style
Dawe's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the portrait. The subject's serious expression and formal dress are characteristic of the formal portrait genre.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the State Hermitage Museum's collection. Dawe, an English portraitist, moved to Saint Petersburg in 1819 and received praise from notable figures like Pushkin.
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Artist
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.
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