Artwork

Portrait of G.D.Stroganov

Portrait of G.D.Stroganov, by Unknown, oil, 1750
Portrait of G.D.Stroganov, by Unknown, oil, 1750

Portrait of G.D.Stroganov is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. This oil painting is a portrait of a man identified as G.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting is a portrait of a man identified as G.D. Stroganov. It depicts him in formal attire against a dark background.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is shown wearing a red coat with gold accents and a white lace shirt, holding a black hat adorned with a white feather. His serious expression and direct gaze suggest a sense of dignity and formality.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of a dark background effectively highlights the subject's red coat, creating a striking visual contrast. The level of detail in the subject's attire, including the lace shirt and feathered hat, indicates a high level of skill in rendering textures and fabrics.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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