Artwork

Porträtt sannolikt föreställande grevinnan Ulrika Lovisa Tessin, född Sparre (1711-1768)

Porträtt sannolikt föreställande grevinnan Ulrika Lovisa Tessin, född Sparre (1711-1768) is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Leonhard Örnbeck. It dates from 1722 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.

About this work

Overview

Porträtt sannolikt föreställande grevinnan Ulrika Lovisa Tessin, född Sparre is a portrait painting by Leonhard Örnbeck, dated to 1722, housed at the Nationalmuseum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting likely portrays Countess Ulrika Lovisa Tessin (née Sparre, 1711-1768). Her attire—a black dress with lace collar, white lace cap adorned with pink flowers, and necklace—reflects contemporary noble fashion, while her updo hairstyle complements the overall dignified yet understated representation.

Technique & Style

Örnbeck employed muted colors to maintain focus on the subject. A soft, gradient background contrasts with the detailed, primary rendering of the countess's face and clothing, exemplifying a restrained, portrait-focused artistic approach.

History & Provenance

Created in 1722 by Leonhard Örnbeck, the portrait has been part of the Nationalmuseum's collection.