Artwork

Porträt des Alexander Sablukov (1749-1828)

Porträt des Alexander Sablukov (1749-1828), by Karl Wilhelm Bardou, unspecified, 1819
Porträt des Alexander Sablukov (1749-1828), by Karl Wilhelm Bardou, unspecified, 1819

Porträt des Alexander Sablukov (1749-1828) is an unspecified painting by the Biedermeier artist Karl Wilhelm Bardou. It dates from 1819 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Porträt des Alexander Sablukov (1749-1828) is an 1819 portrait by Karl Wilhelm Bardou, housed at the Tretyakov Gallery. The work depicts Alexander Sablukov, a figure distinguished by his attire and decorations, indicating a high-ranking position.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Alexander Sablukov, is portrayed in later life, with white hair, wearing a black coat adorned with medals and a red sash, signifying his esteemed status or military rank.

Technique & Style

Against a dark background that enhances the subject's prominence, Bardou employs techniques fostering depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's focus to Sablukov.

History & Provenance

Created in 1819, the portrait is part of the Tretyakov Gallery's collection, with no detailed provenance provided beyond its current holdings.

Artist & collection

Artist

Karl Wilhelm Bardou

Karl Wilhelm Bardou likely spent a lot of time with aristocrats. He painted a portrait of Alexander Sablukov, a Russian diplomat, in 1819. This portrait shows Bardou's skill with details. Look up "Porträt des Alexander…

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