Portrait of Pyotr M. Volkonsky

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"Portrait of Pyotr M. Volkonsky" is an early 19th-century oil painting by the British artist George Dawe, an eminent portraitist known for his depictions of Russian military leaders during the Napoleonic Wars. The painting is part of a larger collection of portraits commissioned by Emperor Alexander I of Russia to commemorate the Russian generals involved in the 1812 French invasion of Russia. These works are collectively known as the Military Gallery of the Winter Palace, housed in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg.

The subject of the portrait, Pyotr Mikhailovich Volkonsky (1776–1852), was a prominent Russian general and a member of the Russian nobility. He played a significant role in the Patriotic War of 1812 and subsequently in the foreign campaigns of the Russian army. Dawe's portrait captures General Volkonsky in his military uniform, adorned with the insignia and decorations befitting his rank and contributions to the Russian Empire's military successes.

George Dawe, an English portrait artist who gained significant fame in Russia, was invited to St. Petersburg in 1819 and became an honorary member of the St. Petersburg Academy of Arts. During his time in Russia, Dawe painted over 300 portraits for the Military Gallery. His work is characterized by a meticulous attention to the details of military regalia and a keen ability to convey the dignity and stature of his subjects.

The "Portrait of Pyotr M. Volkonsky" is not only a testament to Dawe's artistic skill but also serves as a historical document, reflecting the social and military hierarchy of the time. It remains an important piece within the larger narrative of Russian history and art, offering insight into the era's cultural and political landscape. The portrait is valued for its artistic merit as well as its contribution to the visual legacy of Russia's military past.

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