Who painted Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski?

Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski was painted by Marcello Bacciarelli in 1781.

Where can I see Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski?

Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski?

Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski

Marcello Bacciarelli , 1781

Portrait of Stanisław August Poniatowski is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Marcello Bacciarelli. It dates from 1781 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

This portrait, created by Marcello Bacciarelli around 1781, is an oil painting depicting Stanisław August Poniatowski in a formal setting. Characterized by its rococo style, the work is part of the National Museum in Warsaw's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Stanisław August Poniatowski, is portrayed with solemnity, dressed in a dark blue coat with gold trim and a red sash, symbolizing his dignified status. His attire and the serious expression convey a sense of authority and formality.

Technique & Style

Bacciarelli employed a smooth oil painting technique, though the work shows slight fading over time. The dark, plain background contrasts sharply with the subject's features, creating a focal point on Poniatowski's face, reminiscent of subtle lighting effects.

History & Provenance

Painted circa 1781, the portrait is attributed to Marcello Bacciarelli, an Italian artist prominent in late-baroque and Neoclassic Polish circles. It is currently housed in the National Museum in Warsaw.

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Artist

Marcello Bacciarelli

Marcello Bacciarelli (Italian pronunciation:; 16 February 1731 – 5 January 1818) was an Italian-born painter of the late-baroque and Neoclassic periods active in Poland and the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth.