Artwork
Countess Teresa Kinska Poniatowska
Countess Teresa Kinska Poniatowska is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Per Krafft the Elder. It dates from 1765 and is held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.
About this work
Overview
Countess Teresa Kinska Poniatowska is a portrait painted in oil by Per Krafft the Elder in 1765. The artist was a Swedish portraitist active during the 18th century.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Countess Teresa Kinska Poniatowska in formal attire, with a neutral expression and direct gaze. Her clothing and accessories, including a pearl headpiece and gold chain, convey a sense of elegance and status.
Technique & Style
The portrait is executed in the Rococo style, characterized by its use of chiaroscuro, which creates a contrast between the subject's illuminated face and the dark background. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the composition.
History & Provenance
Per Krafft the Elder, born in 1724, was a Swedish portraitist who worked during the 18th century. He was the father of artists Per Krafft the Younger and Wilhelmina Krafft, and was active until his death in 1793.
Artist & collection
Artist
Per Krafft the Elder (16 January 1724 – 7 November 1793) was a Swedish portraitist. He was the father of the artists Per Krafft the Younger and Wilhelmina Krafft.
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