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Portrait of Semyon D. Panchulidzev (1767-1817) (2nd)

George Dawe , 1823

Portrait of Semyon D. Panchulidzev (1767-1817) (2nd), by George Dawe, oil, 1823
Portrait of Semyon D. Panchulidzev (1767-1817) (2nd), by George Dawe, oil, 1823

Portrait of Semyon D. Panchulidzev (1767-1817) (2nd) is an oil painting by George Dawe. It dates from 1823 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of Semyon D.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Semyon D. Panchulidzev (2nd) is an oil painting created by George Dawe in 1823. It is now held in the State Hermitage Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Semyon Panchulidzev, a high-ranking military officer, as indicated by his dark military uniform adorned with medals and gold trim. His serious expression and formal attire convey a sense of dignity and authority.

Technique & Style

Dawe's use of oil paint achieves a rich, three-dimensional effect, particularly in the rendering of Panchulidzev's face and uniform. The soft, warm gold background is characterized by faint, blended brushstrokes.

History & Provenance

George Dawe, an English portraitist and son of mezzotint engraver Philip Dawe, moved to Saint Petersburg in 1819, where he gained recognition for his portraits of Russian generals who fought against Napoleon's invasion.

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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