Who painted Portrait of Golitsyna?

Portrait of Golitsyna was painted by Grigory Ugryumov.

Where can I see Portrait of Golitsyna?

Portrait of Golitsyna is held by Hermitage Museum.

What movement is Portrait of Golitsyna?

Portrait of Golitsyna is associated with Russian Icon.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of Golitsyna?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of Golitsyna are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of Golitsyna

Grigory Ugryumov

Portrait of Golitsyna is an oil painting by the Russian Icon artist Grigory Ugryumov. It is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov’s oil painting dated 1825 presents a solitary female sitter in a restrained composition.

About this work

Overview

Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov’s oil painting dated 1825 presents a solitary female sitter in a restrained composition. The work is part of the State Hermitage Museum’s collection and exemplifies the early‑19th‑century Russian approach to portraiture, where academic conventions intersect with lingering iconographic habits.

Subject & Meaning

The figure is a woman dressed in an antiquated wardrobe: a white lace cap crowns her head, while a high‑necked gown and a draped shawl cover her shoulders. Her expression is calm, and the plain, dark backdrop directs attention to her visage and attire, suggesting an emphasis on personal dignity rather than narrative context.

Technique & Style

Ugryumov employs a chiaroscuro scheme that models the face with a clear contrast of light and shadow, giving it a three‑dimensional presence. The meticulous rendering of lace and fabric folds demonstrates a refined handling of oil, while the overall compositional restraint reflects the lingering influence of Russian icon tradition within a Classical portrait framework.

History & Provenance

Created in 1825, the painting remained within Russian collections before entering the State Hermitage Museum, where it is currently displayed. Its provenance traces the typical path of aristocratic portraiture moving from private ownership into public institutions during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

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Artist

Grigory Ugryumov

Grigory Ivanovich Ugryumov (Russian: Григорий Иванович Угрюмов; 11 May 1764 in Moscow – 28 March 1823 in Saint Petersburg) was a Russian portrait and history painter in the Classical style.