Who painted Portrait of Piotr Konovnitsyn (1764-1822)?

Portrait of Piotr Konovnitsyn (1764-1822) was painted by George Dawe in 1821.

Where can I see Portrait of Piotr Konovnitsyn (1764-1822)?

Portrait of Piotr Konovnitsyn (1764-1822) is held by Hermitage Museum.

Artwork

Portrait of Piotr Konovnitsyn (1764-1822)

Portrait of Piotr Konovnitsyn (1764-1822) is an oil painting by George Dawe. It dates from 1821 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Piotr Konovnitsyn 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 Piotr Konovnitsyn, a prominent figure during Napoleon's invasion of Russia, in a formal military uniform adorned with medals and gold braid, suggesting a high rank.

Technique & Style

Dawe's attention to detail is evident in the rendering of Konovnitsyn's uniform, particularly in the way light interacts with the fabric and gold accents. The plain dark red background serves to focus attention on the subject.

History & Provenance

George Dawe, an English portraitist who relocated to Saint Petersburg in 1819, painted Konovnitsyn. Dawe came from an artistic family; his father was a mezzotint engraver and political cartoonist.

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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