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Portrait of E.K. Rukavishnikova

Portrait of E.K. Rukavishnikova, by Unknown, oil, 1864
Portrait of E.K. Rukavishnikova, by Unknown, oil, 1864

Portrait of E.K. Rukavishnikova is an oil painting by the Realist artist Unknown. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of E.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of E.K. Rukavishnikova is an oil painting depicting a seated woman.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a woman in a dark dress with lace details, likely a portrait of E.K. Rukavishnikova. Her formal attire and poised posture suggest a representation of her social status or character.

Technique & Style

The painting is executed in a realistic style, with a focus on detail in the subject's clothing and hairstyle. The predominantly dark color palette features shades of brown, black, and gray, creating a somber atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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