Artwork

Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées

Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées, by Georg Desmarées, unspecified, 1736
Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées, by Georg Desmarées, unspecified, 1736

Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Georg Desmarées. It dates from 1736 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you can explore the works of artists who have mastered it, such as Leonardo da Vinci.

This painting depicts a man in a dark robe, holding a candlestick with a lit candle. He is positioned in front of a dark background, with his face illuminated by the candlelight.

The man's attire and hairstyle suggest that he is from the 18th century. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the painting.

The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of drama and tension in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you can explore the works of artists who have mastered it, such as Leonardo da Vinci.

Overview

The painting 'Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées' is a work by Georg Desmarées, created in 1736. It is currently held at the Alte Pinakothek.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Abraham Desmarées, likely the artist's relative, in a dark robe holding a candlestick with a lit candle. The subject's 18th-century attire and hairstyle are evident, and the candlelight highlights his face against a dark background.

Technique & Style

The painting employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and dark to create depth and dimension. This technique adds a sense of drama and tension to the work, characteristic of 18th-century portraiture.

Portrait of an Historian
Portrait of an Historian, Unknown

Artist & collection

Portrait of Georg Desmarées

Artist

Georg Desmarées

Georg Desmarées (1697–1776) was a German artist, born in Stockholm City.

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées?

Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées was painted by Georg Desmarées in 1736.

Where can I see Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées?

Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées?

Bildnis des Juweliers Abraham Desmarées is associated with Rococo painting.