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Portrait of Demian (Dmitri) Skumin Tyszkiewicz, Leliwa coat of arms (?–1609), castellan of Minsk

Portrait of Demian (Dmitri) Skumin Tyszkiewicz, Leliwa coat of arms (?–1609), castellan of Minsk, by Unknown, oil, 1797
Portrait of Demian (Dmitri) Skumin Tyszkiewicz, Leliwa coat of arms (?–1609), castellan of Minsk, by Unknown, oil, 1797

Portrait of Demian (Dmitri) Skumin Tyszkiewicz, Leliwa coat of arms (?–1609), castellan of Minsk is an oil painting by the Neoclassicist artist Unknown. It dates from 1797 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

This portrait is an oil painting of a nobleman, identified as Demian Skumin Tyszkiewicz, who held the position of castellan of Minsk and died in 1609.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted in armor with a red cape, sword, and belt, conveying his noble status and martial role. A coat of arms in the upper right corner, possibly the Leliwa coat of arms, reinforces his noble heritage.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of oil paint and attention to detail create a realistic representation of the subject. The dark background serves to highlight the subject's attire and accessories.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known