Katharina II af Rusland i kroningsdragt
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Katharina II af Rusland i kroningsdragt is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
The painting depicts a woman in an elaborate white and gold gown, adorned with a crown and holding a scepter. She stands on a red platform, with a red curtain and gold drapes in the background. The woman's attire is intricately detailed, featuring gold embroidery and a blue sash. Her crown is ornate, with a large red gemstone at its center. The scepter she holds is also decorated with gold and gems. This painting is a representation of a royal figure, likely a queen, and is held at the Museum of Ethnography. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
