Artwork
Portrait of Mikhail Yakovlev
Portrait of Mikhail Yakovlev is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Ivan Vishnyakov. It dates from 1756 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.
About this work
Overview
Ivan Vishnyakov's Portrait of Mikhail Yakovlev is an oil painting created in 1756. It is a representative work of the artist's style and is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young boy, Mikhail Yakovlev, dressed in a richly textured red coat with gold patterns, white cuffs, and a ruffled collar. The dark, plain background emphasizes the subject.
Technique & Style
Vishnyakov employed smooth, even brushstrokes to capture the intricate details of the boy's attire, showcasing his skill in rendering texture and fabric. The use of chiaroscuro creates depth in the portrait, highlighting the subject's features.
History & Provenance
Painted by Russian artist Ivan Vishnyakov, active in Saint Petersburg, this work dates to the mid-18th century. Vishnyakov was known for his portraits and murals, and this painting is characteristic of his Rococo style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ivan Yakovlevich Vishnyakov (Russian: Ива́н Я́ковлевич Вишняко́в; 1699, in Moscow – 1761, in Saint Petersburg) was a Russian portrait painter and muralist in the Rococo style.
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