Artwork
Karl XII, King of Sweden

Karl XII, King of Sweden is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Johan David Schwartz. It dates from 1706 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.
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Overview
Karl XII, King of Sweden is a portrait painting on canvas by Johan David Schwartz, dated 1706, housed at the Nationalmuseum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Carl XII of Sweden in a formal military context, emphasizing his royal and martial authority through attire and accoutrements.
Technique & Style
The work exhibits meticulous attention to detail, characteristic of formal portraiture, with a focus on rendering the subject's military regalia and surroundings in precise, realistic terms.
History & Provenance
Created in 1706 by Johan David Schwartz, the portrait has been part of the Nationalmuseum's collection.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Johan David Schwartz (1678–1729) was an artist, born in Storkyrkoförsamlingen.










