Artwork

Brita Charlotta Wattrang (1775-1850), gift med friherre Otto Ludvig Benedikt Wrangel af Lindeberg

Brita Charlotta Wattrang (1775-1850), gift med friherre Otto Ludvig Benedikt Wrangel af Lindeberg is an oil painting by Nils Schillmark. It dates from 1796 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.

About this work

Overview

This 1796 oil painting, created by Swedish artist Nils Schillmark, is a portrait of Brita Charlotta Wattrang. It is part of the Nationalmuseum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a young woman, Brita Charlotta Wattrang, in formal attire, suggesting a significant occasion. Her elegant dress and hairstyle, adorned with a floral headpiece, convey a sense of refinement.

Technique & Style

Schillmark's use of soft colors and delicate brushstrokes creates a sense of intimacy and vulnerability in the portrait. The artist's skillful rendering of textures, such as the white lace collar, adds to the overall effect.

History & Provenance

Nils Schillmark, born in 1745, trained in Stockholm before moving to Sveaborg (now Suomenlinna) in 1773, where he produced various works, including portraits. This portrait is a representation of his work from that period.

Artist & collection

Artist

Nils Schillmark

Nils Schillmark (26 September 1745 – 28 January 1804) was a Swedish painter who lived and worked in the part of Sweden that later would be Finland.

Museum

Nationalmuseum

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