Who painted Baron Brudern?

Baron Brudern was painted by Giuseppe Longhi in 1808.

Where can I see Baron Brudern?

Baron Brudern is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Baron Brudern?

Baron Brudern is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Baron Brudern

Giuseppe Longhi , 1808

Baron Brudern is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Giuseppe Longhi. It dates from 1808 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Baron Brudern is a color print created in 1808 by Giuseppe Longhi, an Italian Neo-Classical painter and engraver. The work is an engraving and etching on laid paper, featuring a detailed portrait.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts Baron Brudern, a figure whose identity and context beyond the portrait are not specified. The subject is shown with curly dark hair, a serious expression, and attire including a dark coat with fur collar, a bright orange sash, and a white cravat.

Technique & Style

Characteristic of early 19th-century engravings, the piece showcases fine lines and shading to achieve textured depth, consistent with Longhi's Neo-Classical style. The use of engraving and etching techniques emphasizes precision and detail.

History & Provenance

Created in 1808 by Giuseppe Longhi, born in Monza and active in Milan. Specific provenance details of the print are not provided.

Context

Baron Brudern reflects the Neo-Classical movement's emphasis on clarity, precision, and depiction of contemporary figures in formal attire, as seen in Longhi's Milanese work during this period.