Who painted Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer?

Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer was painted by Jan Willem Pieneman in 1832.

Where can I see Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer?

Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer?

Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer is associated with Biedermeier.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer

Jan Willem Pieneman , 1832

Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Jan Willem Pieneman. It dates from 1832 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Technique & Style

The work is an oil painting executed on canvas, reflecting the academic portrait conventions of early 19th-century Dutch art. Pieneman’s handling of light and brushwork emphasizes the sitter’s military bearing, while the restrained palette and precise detailing convey a formal, realistic style typical of the period.

History & Provenance

The painting was created in 1832 as a commissioned portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer by Dutch artist Jan Willem Pieneman. It was executed in oil on canvas and is cataloged in the Rijksmuseum collection, where it remains on display. The work measures 78 centimeters in height and 65 centimeters in width.

Overview

Painted in 1832 by Jan Willem Pieneman, Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer is an oil-on-canvas portrait housed at the Rijksmuseum. The subject, a military officer, is depicted in a formal, dark uniform adorned with gold accents, set against a subdued brown background.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait's subject, Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer, is shown with a neutral expression, his gaze directed sideways. His attire, including a high-collared uniform with visible red lining and gold epaulets/buttons, signifies his military rank.