Portrait of Alexey M. Obreskov
1789
oil
canvas
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
1789
oil
canvas
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
Portrait of Alexey M. Obreskov is a 1789 oil by Fyodor Rokotov, a Rococo painting work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.
This portrait painting depicts a man with white hair, dressed in a green jacket adorned with a red sash and a large, ornate medal. The background is dark, with a subtle gradient that adds depth to the scene. The man's attire and the medal suggest that he holds a position of importance or honor. The artist's use of oil paint creates a rich, textured quality that draws the viewer's eye to the subject's face and clothing. To learn more about the artist behind this portrait, look up Fyodor Rokotov.
Fyodor Stepanovich Rokotov (Fedor Rokotov) (Russian: Фёдор Степа́нович Ро́котов; 1736 – December 24, 1808) was a Russian painter who specialized in portraits.
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