Who painted Prinz Friedrich August II. (1696-1763)?

Prinz Friedrich August II. (1696-1763) was painted by Rosalba Carriera in 1714.

Where can I see Prinz Friedrich August II. (1696-1763)?

Prinz Friedrich August II. (1696-1763) is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Prinz Friedrich August II. (1696-1763)?

Prinz Friedrich August II. (1696-1763) is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Prinz Friedrich August II. (1696-1763)

Rosalba Carriera , 1714

Prinz Friedrich August II. (1696-1763) is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Rosalba Carriera. It dates from 1714 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Prinz Friedrich August II.

About this work

Overview

Prinz Friedrich August II. is a portrait painting created by Rosalba Carriera in 1714. The work is held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a young man, identified as Prinz Friedrich August II, who later became the Saxon elector and Polish king. He is shown with a neutral expression, dressed in formal attire, including a red coat with a gold emblem.

Technique & Style

Carriera's use of pastel, a medium she helped popularize, is evident in the portrait's refined style, characteristic of the Rococo period. The dark background accentuates the subject's features, while his formal attire is rendered in detail.

History & Provenance

The subject of the portrait, Prinz Friedrich August II, was a significant historical figure. The painting, executed when he was young, captures his likeness in a formal setting.