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Portrait of Maxim I. Damas (1785-1862)

George Dawe , 1823

Portrait of Maxim I. Damas (1785-1862), by George Dawe, oil, 1823
Portrait of Maxim I. Damas (1785-1862), by George Dawe, oil, 1823

Portrait of Maxim I. Damas (1785-1862) is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist George Dawe. It dates from 1823 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of Maxim I.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Maxim I. Damas is an oil-on-canvas painting created by George Dawe in 1823. It is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Ange Hyacinthe Maxence de Damas, a military figure associated with Napoleon's invasion of Russia. The subject is shown in a dark military uniform, adorned with gold epaulettes and medals, conveying a sense of dignity and authority.

Technique & Style

Dawe's use of oil paint captures the texture of the subject's uniform and the shine of its gold details. The plain, dark background focuses attention on the subject, while the rendering of his calm yet firm expression suggests a nuanced characterization.

History & Provenance

George Dawe, an English portraitist, produced this work during his time in Russia, where he was recognized by both the artistic community and literary figures. The painting is now held in the State Hermitage Museum.

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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