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Portrait of Nikolai V. Vuich (1765-1836)

George Dawe , 1821

Portrait of Nikolai V. Vuich (1765-1836), by George Dawe, oil, 1821
Portrait of Nikolai V. Vuich (1765-1836), by George Dawe, oil, 1821

Portrait of Nikolai V. Vuich (1765-1836) is an oil painting by George Dawe. It dates from 1821 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of Nikolai V.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Nikolai V. Vuich is an oil painting created by George Dawe in 1821. It is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Nikolai Vuich, a Russian military figure, in uniform with numerous medals, signifying his achievements and status.

Technique & Style

Dawe's use of smooth brushstrokes is evident, particularly in the rendering of Vuich's face and uniform. The artist signed the work in the corner, a less common practice for portraits at the time.

History & Provenance

George Dawe, an English portraitist and son of mezzotint engraver Philip Dawe, produced 329 portraits of Russian generals for the Winter Palace's Military Gallery after moving to Saint Petersburg in 1819.

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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