Who painted Portrait of Karl O. Pozzo di Borgo (1764-1842)?

Portrait of Karl O. Pozzo di Borgo (1764-1842) was painted by Unknown in 1824.

Where can I see Portrait of Karl O. Pozzo di Borgo (1764-1842)?

Portrait of Karl O. Pozzo di Borgo (1764-1842) is held by Hermitage Museum.

Artwork

Portrait of Karl O. Pozzo di Borgo (1764-1842)

Portrait of Karl O. Pozzo di Borgo (1764-1842) is an oil painting by Unknown. It dates from 1824 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The work is an oil painting portraying Karl O.

About this work

Overview

The work is an oil painting portraying Karl O. Pozzo di Borgo, a man who lived from 1764 to 1842. He is shown in a dark military uniform with gold trim, standing against a muted, dark background. The composition captures him in a three‑quarter view, looking to his left with a neutral expression.

Subject & Meaning

Pozzo di Borgo is presented in full dress uniform, indicating his rank and service. The presence of a high collar, epaulets, a crossed sash, and multiple medals suggests a career of distinction in the armed forces, while the restrained facial expression conveys a formal, dignified representation typical of portraiture of military officers.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil on canvas, the painting employs a limited palette of dark tones for the background, allowing the gold accents of the uniform and the metallic sheen of the medals to stand out. The brushwork renders the texture of the fabric and the subtle greying of the subject’s short, curly hair with careful modeling, creating a realistic yet composed likeness.

History & Provenance

The portrait dates to the early nineteenth century, contemporaneous with Pozzo di Borgo’s lifetime (1764‑1842). No further details about its commission, original owner, or subsequent ownership are provided in the source material.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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