Who painted Dmitry Bortniansky?

Dmitry Bortniansky was painted by Mikhail Ivanovich Belsky in 1794.

Where can I see Dmitry Bortniansky?

Dmitry Bortniansky is held by Tretyakov Gallery.

What movement is Dmitry Bortniansky?

Dmitry Bortniansky is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Dmitry Bortniansky?

Museum-quality prints of Dmitry Bortniansky are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Dmitry Bortniansky

Mikhail Ivanovich Belsky , 1794

Dmitry Bortniansky is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Mikhail Ivanovich Belsky. It dates from 1794 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

Overview

This 1794 oil-on-canvas portrait, created by Russian painter Mikhail Ivanovich Belsky, depicts Dmytro Bortnianskyi in the Rococo style. It is part of the Tretyakov Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait's subject, Dmytro Bortnianskyi, is shown with a neutral expression, directly engaging the viewer. His attire—a black coat over a striped shirt—and white hair are rendered in detail, set against a dark background with a subtle highlight behind his head.

Technique & Style

Belsky employed a range of colors to achieve depth and texture, evident in the contrast between dark shadows and lighter highlights on the subject's face and clothing, characteristic of the Rococo style's emphasis on elegance and nuance.

History & Provenance

Completed in 1794, the year of Belsky's death, the portrait showcases the artist's skill in capturing realistic likenesses, a hallmark of his work as a prominent portraitist in 18th-century St. Petersburg.

Context

Created during Catherine the Great's reign, the portrait reflects the artistic preferences of the time, with the Rococo style being popular among the Russian nobility and elite in St. Petersburg.

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Artist

Mikhail Ivanovich Belsky

Mikhail Ivanovich Belsky (Russian: Михаи́л Ива́нович Бе́льский; 1753 — 29 May 1794) was a Russian painter, active in St. Petersburg during Catherine the Great's reign, commonly known for his portraits.