Artwork
Portrait of Nikolai D. Myakinin (1787-1814)

Portrait of Nikolai D. Myakinin (1787-1814) is an oil painting by the Russian Icon artist Unknown. It dates from 1822 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. The Portrait of Nikolai D.
About this work
Overview
The Portrait of Nikolai D. Myakinin is an oil painting depicting a man in a military uniform.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Nikolai D. Myakinin, is shown wearing a black military jacket with red trim and gold buttons, along with numerous medals and ribbons, indicating a high military rank.
Technique & Style
The artist employed smooth brushstrokes to render the texture of the uniform and the play of light on the subject's face, creating a detailed and realistic representation.
Context
The portrait is characteristic of the style found in other works of its time, such as those in the State Hermitage Museum's collection.
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