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Portrait of Karl I. Oppermann (1765/66-1831)

George Dawe , 1821

Portrait of Karl I. Oppermann (1765/66-1831), by George Dawe, oil, 1821
Portrait of Karl I. Oppermann (1765/66-1831), by George Dawe, oil, 1821

Portrait of Karl I. Oppermann (1765/66-1831) is an oil painting by George Dawe. It dates from 1821 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of Karl I.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Karl I. Oppermann is an oil painting created by George Dawe in 1821. It is now held in the State Hermitage Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Karl Oppermann, a military figure who played a role during Napoleon's invasion of Russia. He is shown wearing a military uniform with gold epaulets and medals, gazing directly at the viewer with a neutral expression.

Technique & Style

The painting features a realistic and detailed representation of Oppermann, achieved through Dawe's use of oil paint. A muted brown background helps the subject stand out, while the artist's attention to detail is evident in the rendering of Oppermann's uniform and medals.

History & Provenance

George Dawe painted this work while working in Saint Petersburg, where he was recognized by Russian cultural figures and contributed 329 portraits of Russian generals to the Military Gallery of the Winter Palace.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Dawe

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.

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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