Who painted Portrait of Golovnin, Captain I Rank?

Portrait of Golovnin, Captain I Rank was painted by Orest Kiprensky in 1815.

Where can I see Portrait of Golovnin, Captain I Rank?

Portrait of Golovnin, Captain I Rank is held by Hermitage Museum.

Artwork

Portrait of Golovnin, Captain I Rank

Portrait of Golovnin, Captain I Rank is an unspecified painting by Orest Kiprensky. It dates from 1815 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Orest Kiprensky's 'Portrait of Golovnin, Captain I Rank' is a 1815 painting held in the State Hermitage Museum. It is a representation of Vasily Golovnin, a Russian naval officer.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Golovnin in a dark military uniform with gold accents, conveying dignity and authority. His serious expression and formal attire emphasize his professional stature.

Technique & Style

Kiprensky's use of a dark background focuses attention on Golovnin, highlighting the gold details of his uniform. The artist's skill in capturing the subject's individuality is evident in the rendering of Golovnin's features and expression.

History & Provenance

The painting was created in 1815 by Kiprensky, a prominent Russian portraitist associated with the Romantic era. It is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Orest Kiprensky

Orest Adamovich Kiprensky (Russian: Оре́ст Ада́мович Кипре́нский; 24 March 1782 – 17 October 1836) was a leading Russian portraitist in the Age of Romanticism.

Museum

Hermitage Museum

Continue through works from the same source collection.