Portrait of the Prince Aleksandr Mikhailovich Golitsyn 1819

Orest Kiprensky's "Portrait of the Prince Aleksandr Mikhailovich Golitsyn" (1819) depicts the prominent Russian prince in a formal pose, showcasing the artist's signature Romantic style. The prince is rendered in a naturalistic manner with a focused expression, while the landscape background features a distant cityscape and cloudy sky, emphasizing the subject's elevated social status. The painting, currently housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, is considered a prime example of Kiprensky's mastery of portraiture and Romantic ideals. This work epitomizes the artist's talent and enduring influence on Russian art.