Artwork
Bildnis Ewald von Kleist
Bildnis Ewald von Kleist is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Johann Caspar Füssli. It dates from 1753 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
The painting Bildnis Ewald von Kleist is an oil on canvas work created by Johann Caspar Füssli in 1753. It is part of the collection at the Kunsthaus Zürich.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait shows a man lost in thought, gazing to the side. His attire, consisting of a dark jacket, white shirt, and dark neckwear, is subdued, contributing to the overall somber mood. The subject's contemplative expression suggests a introspective personality.
Technique & Style
Füssli employed chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong light and dark contrasts, to create a sense of depth and volume in the portrait. The dark background serves to highlight the subject's features, adding to the overall effect.
Artist & collection
Dr Matthew Maty (1718–1776), Principal Librarian (1772–1776)
François de Troy, after a Self-Portrait
Self Portrait
Portræt af en kunstner
Portrait of a young Man
Portrait of a young man
Portræt af en kunstner
Studienkopf eines Knaben
Portrait of Sir Charles Holroyd
Self-portrait
Wellington Van Reid
Philippe Mengin de Bionval