Artwork
Portrait of Baron Alexander Stieglitz
Portrait of Baron Alexander Stieglitz is an oil painting by the Realist artist Ivan Tyurin. It dates from 1872 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of Baron Alexander Stieglitz is an 1872 oil painting by Ivan Tyurin, portraying the titular baron in formal attire, now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait captures Baron Alexander Stieglitz in a pose conveying dignity and importance. His dark suit, blue sash, and medal signify his rank and status, while the composition focuses attention on his demeanor.
Technique & Style
Tyurin utilized oil paint to achieve a rich, textured effect, emphasizing the subject's formal presence through meticulous rendering of fabrics and accessories.
History & Provenance
Created in 1872, the portrait is currently housed at the State Hermitage Museum, with no detailed provenance provided beyond its current ownership.
Context
The work reflects late 19th-century portraiture conventions, emphasizing the subject's social standing through attire and setting, characteristic of the era's aristocratic commissions.
Artist & collection
