Who painted Carl Anton Adam Freiherr von Hagn?

Carl Anton Adam Freiherr von Hagn was painted by Ignatius Kauffmann in 1754.

Where can I see Carl Anton Adam Freiherr von Hagn?

Carl Anton Adam Freiherr von Hagn is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Carl Anton Adam Freiherr von Hagn?

Carl Anton Adam Freiherr von Hagn is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Carl Anton Adam Freiherr von Hagn

Ignatius Kauffmann , 1754

Carl Anton Adam Freiherr von Hagn is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Ignatius Kauffmann. It dates from 1754 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections. Ignaz Kauffmann painted this portrait in 1754.

About this work

Overview

Ignaz Kauffmann painted this portrait in 1754. The canvas depicts a seated gentleman in an elaborately embroidered coat over a white shirt, set against a dark backdrop that emphasizes his features. The work is part of the collection of the Alte Pinakothek in Munich.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is presented with a solemn expression, gazing directly at the viewer. His posture—right hand resting on his lap and left hand gripping the chair’s arm—conveys a composed, dignified bearing typical of mid‑eighteenth‑century portraiture, emphasizing status and self‑assurance.

Technique & Style

Kauffmann employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts of light and shadow to model the figure’s face and hands, creating a three‑dimensional effect. The intricate detailing of the embroidered jacket demonstrates his skill in rendering texture and fabric.

History & Provenance

Since its creation in 1754, the painting has remained in the public domain, eventually entering the holdings of the Alte Pinakothek, where it is displayed among other works of the German Rococo period.