Who painted Portrait of Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev?

Portrait of Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev was painted by Heinrich Füger in 1785.

Where can I see Portrait of Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev?

Portrait of Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Portrait of Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev?

Portrait of Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Portrait of Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev

Heinrich Füger , 1785

Portrait of Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev is an unspecified portrait miniature by the Rococo painting artist Heinrich Füger. It dates from 1785 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1942.1141
Credit line: The Edward B. Greene Collection

About this work

Overview

This portrait miniature by Heinrich Füger depicts Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev, in a formal yet characteristically nuanced pose, characteristic of Füger's ability to balance dignity with individual personality.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Count Chernyshev, is presented with a serious expression, reflecting his noble status while also conveying a sense of personal gravity through Füger's thoughtful portrayal.

Technique & Style

Füger's style in this work is marked by simplicity and realism, with meticulous attention to the details of the Count's facial features and attire, eschewing flamboyance for a more subdued, realistic approach.

History & Provenance

Originally created by Heinrich Füger, a court painter to the imperial family in Vienna, this miniature is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Context

As a court painter, Füger's clientele was predominantly aristocratic, similar to his contemporary, Cosway, though Füger distinguished himself by capturing the unique character of his sitters.

Legacy

This portrait miniature exemplifies Füger's contribution to the tradition of realistic, character-driven portraiture in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, contrasting with more ornate contemporaneous styles.

Portrait of Ivan Grigorevich, Count Chernyshev, Unknown

Artist & collection

Artist

Heinrich Füger

Heinrich Friedrich Füger (8 December 1751 – 5 November 1818) was a German portrait and historical painter and one of the most important German representatives of classicism.