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Portrait of Prince Alexander B. Kurakin
Portrait of Prince Alexander B. Kurakin is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Ludwig Guttenbrunn. It dates from 1801 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of Prince Alexander B.
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Overview
The Portrait of Prince Alexander B. Kurakin is an oil painting created by Ludwig Guttenbrunn in 1801. It is a representative work of the Biedermeier style, characterized by its formal yet intimate portrayal of the subject.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Prince Alexander B. Kurakin, a Russian nobleman, seated in a dark, richly colored room. He is dressed in formal attire, adorned with a star medal, and holds a cane, conveying a sense of dignity and seriousness.
Technique & Style
Guttenbrunn employed chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to create a three-dimensional effect on the prince's face and clothing. The simple background ensures the subject remains the focal point.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection. Ludwig Guttenbrunn, born in the Holy Roman Empire and active in the Austrian Empire, was a portrait and history painter known for his depictions of individuals and historical scenes.
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Artist
Ludwig Guttenbrunn (1750 – 15 January 1819) was an artist who worked in the latter part of the 18th century and early 19th century.
