Portrait of A.A.Chelishchev
1808
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
1808
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
This portrait shows a young boy with dark hair and eyes, wearing a red shirt under a dark jacket. He has a serious expression and looks directly at the viewer. The boy's attire and the style of the painting suggest it was created in the early 19th century. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the portrait. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, look up Orest Kiprensky.
