Artwork

Elisabeth Wilhelmine von Württemberg (1767-1790), 1. Gemahlin von Franz II. (I.), an einem Tisch sitzend, Kniestück

Johann Baptist von Lampi the Elder , 1793

Elisabeth Wilhelmine von Württemberg (1767-1790), 1. Gemahlin von Franz II. (I.), an einem Tisch sitzend, Kniestück is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Johann Baptist von Lampi the Elder. It dates from 1793 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1793 by Johann Baptist von Lampi the Elder, is a portrait of Elisabeth Wilhelmine von Württemberg, the first wife of Franz II (I.).

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted seated at a table in a knee-length composition, dressed in a blue gown with white lace and gold accents, suggesting her status and elegance.

Technique & Style

Lampi's use of chiaroscuro creates depth, while the rococo style is evident in the subject's attire and the ornate red chair with a gold-tasseled pillow beside her.

History & Provenance

The painting is now held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, having been created several years after the subject's death in 1790.

Artist & collection

Artist

Johann Baptist von Lampi the Elder

Johann Baptist von Lampi the Elder (German: Johann Baptist von Lampi der Ältere, Polish: Jan Chrzciciel Lampi; 31 December 1751 – 11 February 1830) was an Austrian-Italian historical and portrait painter.

Museum

Kunsthistorisches Museum

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