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Paul I, tzar of Russia

Augustin Ritt

1792

unspecified

From the collection of Nationalmuseum

Paul I of Russia

Dominant colour

Paul I, tzar of Russia is a 1792 unspecified by Augustin Ritt, depicting Paul I of Russia, held at Nationalmuseum.

Who painted this?: Augustin Ritt
When & what style?: 1792
Where can I see it?: Nationalmuseum

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a man in a black military uniform with gold buttons and a red collar. He wears a large black hat with a gold band and a black bow. The background is a light blue color. The man's expression is serious, and he looks directly at the viewer. His hair is styled in a neat, curly fashion. The painting is framed in an ornate gold frame with a leaf pattern. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate design of the uniform and the hat. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. To learn more about the artist, look up Augustin Ritt.