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Portrait of John III Sobieski (1624–1696) in Karacena Scale Armour

Unknown

1700

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

18th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of John III Sobieski (1624–1696) in Karacena Scale Armour is a 1700 oil by Unknown, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1700
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Kraków

About this work

The painting depicts a man with a mustache, wearing a red cape and armor adorned with a lion's head. The armor is black with gold accents, featuring a decorative shoulder piece. The man's hair is dark, and he has a serious expression. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features and attire. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of grandeur and importance, suggesting that the subject is a person of high status or authority.