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Portrait of Sergey Ya. Repninsky (1775-1818) (2nd) was painted by George Dawe in 1824.

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Artwork

Portrait of Sergey Ya. Repninsky (1775-1818) (2nd)

George Dawe , 1824

Portrait of Sergey Ya. Repninsky (1775-1818) (2nd) is an oil painting by George Dawe. It dates from 1824 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of Sergey Ya.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Sergey Ya. Repninsky (1775-1818) is an oil painting created by George Dawe in 1824. It is now held in the State Hermitage Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Sergey Repninsky, a military figure active during the Napoleonic Wars. His serious yet slightly smiling expression conveys confidence and authority, reflecting his rank and experience.

Technique & Style

The painting features a detailed and ornate military uniform, with a dark coat, bright red collar, and gold shoulder epaulettes. The plain dark background focuses attention on the subject, highlighting Dawe's skill in portraiture.

History & Provenance

George Dawe, an English portraitist, moved to Saint Petersburg in 1819 and gained recognition for his portraits of Russian generals, including Repninsky, for the Winter Palace's Military Gallery.

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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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