Artwork

Portrait of Countess Yekaterina P. Stroganova (1744-1815) (copy)

Portrait of Countess Yekaterina P. Stroganova (1744-1815) (copy), by Unknown, oil, 1775
Portrait of Countess Yekaterina P. Stroganova (1744-1815) (copy), by Unknown, oil, 1775

Portrait of Countess Yekaterina P. Stroganova (1744-1815) (copy) is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. This oil painting is a portrait of Countess Yekaterina P.

About this work

The artist focused on her face and fancy clothes to show her as wealthy and elegant.

A woman with light hair sits in a portrait, dressed in a green gown with lace trim. Her sleeves are puffy, and she wears a flower in her hair. One hand holds a fan with ribbons, and her smile is soft.

This painting looks like a copy of an older portrait, made around 1775. The artist focused on her face and fancy clothes to show her as wealthy and elegant.

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Overview

This oil painting is a portrait of Countess Yekaterina P. Stroganova, depicting her in a seated position. The work is a copy of an earlier portrait.

Subject & Meaning

The countess is shown dressed in a green gown with lace trim and adorned with a flower in her hair, conveying an image of wealth and elegance. Her soft smile and poised demeanor contribute to the portrait's refined atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The artist's focus on the countess's face and attire suggests an emphasis on capturing her status and character. The use of oil paint allows for detailed rendering of textures, such as the lace trim on her gown.

History & Provenance

The original portrait was likely created around 1775. The copy's exact date and artist are not specified.

Context

Similar portraits from the same period can be found in the State Hermitage Museum, providing a broader context for understanding the artistic conventions and cultural values of the time.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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