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Portrait of Peter I
Portrait of Peter I is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Marc Nattier. It dates from 1717 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.
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Overview
The Portrait of Peter I is a 1717 oil painting by French artist Jean-Marc Nattier, held in the State Hermitage Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Peter the Great, the Russian tsar, dressed in antique military attire, conveying a sense of readiness for battle despite his calm demeanor.
Technique & Style
Rendered in the Rococo style, the painting showcases Nattier's attention to detail, particularly in the subject's armor and clothing, and employs chiaroscuro to create dramatic lighting effects.
History & Provenance
Completed in 1717, the painting is a representation of Peter the Great, suggesting a connection between the artist and the Russian tsar or his court.
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Artist
Jean-Marc Nattier (French pronunciation: ; 17 March 1685 – 7 November 1766) was a French painter.
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