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Portrait of Metternich

Unknown

1814

oil

canvas

From the collection of Museum of the History of France

Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of Metternich is a 1814 oil by Unknown, held at Museum of the History of France.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1814
Where can I see it?: Museum of the History of France

About this work

This portrait shows a man sitting in a red chair, wearing an ornate outfit. He has on a dark jacket with gold accents and a red sash across his chest. His right hand rests on his leg, and his left hand holds a piece of paper. The man's face is serious, and he looks straight ahead. The background of the painting is dark, which helps the man stand out. The artist used chiaroscuro to create strong contrasts between light and dark. The man in the painting is Klemens von Metternich.