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Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia

Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia, by Unknown, oil, 1832
Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia, by Unknown, oil, 1832

Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia is an oil painting by the Neoclassicist artist Unknown. It dates from 1832 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw. The Portrait of Charles Albert, King of Sardinia is an oil painting depicting a dignitary in formal military attire.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Charles Albert, King of Sardinia is an oil painting depicting a dignitary in formal military attire.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is Charles Albert, identified by the inscription 'Karol Albert, Król Sardynski'. His serious demeanor and ornate uniform, complete with medals and a sash, convey his high rank and authority as the King of Sardinia.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts of light and dark to create a sense of depth and focus attention on the subject. The dark background and detailed rendering of the subject's uniform and facial features demonstrate a skilled use of oil paint.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia?

Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia was painted by Unknown in 1832.

Where can I see Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia?

Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia?

Portraif of Charles Albert, king of Sardinia is associated with Neoclassicism.