Who painted A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat?

A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat was painted by Rosalba Carriera in 1715.

Where can I see A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat?

A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat is held by Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden.

What movement is A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat?

A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat?

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Artwork

A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat

Rosalba Carriera , 1715

A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Rosalba Carriera. It dates from 1715 and is held in the collection of the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden.

About this work

Overview

A Gentleman in a Gray Cape over a Gold-Embroidered Coat is a portrait painted by Rosalba Carriera in 1715. It is now part of the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a man with curly white hair and a serious expression, dressed in a gray cape over a gold-embroidered coat. The dark background emphasizes the subject's features and attire.

Technique & Style

Carriera's use of light and shadow creates depth and texture in the portrait, highlighting the intricate gold embroidery on the subject's coat. The work exemplifies her skill in capturing likeness and character.

History & Provenance

Created in 1715 by Italian Rococo painter Rosalba Carriera, the painting is a representative work of 18th-century portraiture.