Elizabeth the First, Empress of Russia - Georg Friedrich Schmidt
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Description
A formal portrait of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna of Russia, captured in a detailed eighteenth-century etching by court engraver Georg Friedrich Schmidt.
This formal portrait depicts Empress Elizabeth Petrovna of Russia, a monarch who reigned from 1741 until 1762. Executed by the German printmaker Georg Friedrich Schmidt, the work demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of eighteenth-century intaglio printmaking. Schmidt, who spent a significant period in Saint Petersburg as the court engraver, captures the Empress in a state of regal composure. She stands beside a table supporting the imperial orb, her posture conveying authority within a classical architectural setting defined by fluted columns and heavy drapery.
The composition follows the conventions of royal portraiture common to the period. The Empress wears an elaborate gown featuring heavy embroidery and lace, with an ermine-lined mantle draped over her shoulders. Schmidt employs a variety of line weights to differentiate between the textures of the silk, the fur, and the polished stone of the interior. The background remains relatively subdued, allowing the figure of the monarch to occupy the visual centre of the frame. Below the image, the Russian inscription identifies the subject, accompanied by the imperial coat of arms.
Schmidt was highly regarded for his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the monochromatic medium of the copperplate. His time in Russia allowed him to document the Romanov court with direct observation, resulting in a likeness that balances political representation with individual character. This print offers a view into the aesthetic preferences of the Russian imperial court during the mid-eighteenth century, reflecting the influence of European artistic traditions on the Russian aristocracy. The work remains a primary visual record of Elizabeth Petrovna, documenting both her physical appearance and the symbols of power associated with her rule.
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Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
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- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
Elizabeth the First, Empress of Russia - Georg Friedrich Schmidt
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