Who painted Bildnis einer Fürstin?

Bildnis einer Fürstin was painted by Johann Eberhard Ihle in 1770.

Where can I see Bildnis einer Fürstin?

Bildnis einer Fürstin is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Bildnis einer Fürstin?

Bildnis einer Fürstin is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Bildnis einer Fürstin

Johann Eberhard Ihle , 1770

Bildnis einer Fürstin is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Johann Eberhard Ihle. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Bildnis einer Fürstin is a portrait painting created by Johann Eberhard Ihle in 1770. It exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the elegance of his subjects.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a noblewoman, identified by her attire and a small crown, suggesting a high social status. Her calm demeanor and direct gaze convey a sense of dignity and poise.

Technique & Style

Ihle's work is characterized by the refined and decorative qualities of Rococo portraiture. The subject's elegant dress, lace details, and pearl necklace are rendered with attention to texture and detail, set against a dark background that accentuates her features.

History & Provenance

Johann Eberhard Ihle, born in 1727, was trained by his father, Johann Jakob Ihle, and later became a prominent figure in the Nürnberger Malerakademie, serving as its director from 1771 to 1811.