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Valtakunnanneuvos Ulrik Scheffer, by Jakob Björk, unspecified

Valtakunnanneuvos Ulrik Scheffer

Jakob Björk

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

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Overview

Valtakunnanneuvos Ulrik Scheffer is an unspecified by Jakob Björk, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Jakob Björk
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This portrait painting depicts a man with white hair, dressed in a red coat adorned with a blue sash and a white shirt featuring a lace collar. A white cross with a blue center hangs from his neck, and he wears a white fur-trimmed cape over his left shoulder. The man's attire and accessories suggest that he holds a position of importance or authority. The painting's style and attention to detail indicate a high level of craftsmanship. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the art of Björk, Jakob.

About the artist

Artist

Jakob Björk

Jakob Björk spent his life painting the Swedish elite from the 1750s to the 1770s, turning lace collars and powdered wigs into his daily bread.

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