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Portrait of Maria Alexeevna Lvova (Djakova) (1755-1807), by Dmitry Levitzky, oil, 1791

Portrait of Maria Alexeevna Lvova (Djakova) (1755-1807)

Dmitry Levitzky

1791

oil

canvas

From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of Maria Alexeevna Lvova (Djakova) (1755-1807) is a 1791 oil by Dmitry Levitzky, a Rococo painting work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.

Who painted this?
Dmitry Levitzky
When & what style?
1791 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Tretyakov Gallery

About this work

This portrait depicts a woman with long, dark hair styled in an updo. She wears a dress with a low neckline and a ruffled sleeve, featuring a mix of red, black, and white colors. The background is dark, with a subtle gradient of green and black hues. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal or elegant setting. Her expression is neutral, with a slight smile. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of refinement and poise. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Dmitry Levitzky, a Russian artist known for his portraits of the aristocracy.

About the artist

Portrait of Dmitry Levitzky
Artist

Dmitry Levitzky

Dmitry Grigoryevich Levitzky or Levitsky (Russian: Дмитрий Григорьевич Левицкий; Ukrainian: Дмитро Григорович Левицький; 24 May 1735 – 16 April 1822) was a Ukrainian-born Russian portrait painter and academician.

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