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Portrait of Yermolai F. Kern (1765-1841)

Portrait of Yermolai F. Kern (1765-1841), by Unknown, oil, 1822
Portrait of Yermolai F. Kern (1765-1841), by Unknown, oil, 1822

Portrait of Yermolai F. Kern (1765-1841) is an oil painting by the Realist artist Unknown. It dates from 1822 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of Yermolai F.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Yermolai F. Kern is an oil painting depicting a military figure.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Yermolai F. Kern, is shown wearing a dark military jacket with gold epaulets and a red collar, adorned with medals, conveying his military status and achievements. His serious expression adds to the formal tone.

Technique & Style

The warm, earthy brown background complements Kern's attire, creating a dignified atmosphere. The use of oil paint allows for detailed rendering of textures, such as the medals and the subject's curly brown hair.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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