Pavel Vasil'evich Golenistchev-Kutuzov, Russian General, Military Governor of St.-Petersburg 1824

This oil painting by George Dawe, created in 1824, depicts Pavel Vasil'evich Golenistchev-Kutuzov, a prominent Russian general and military governor of St. Petersburg. Dawe, a renowned portrait painter, captures Kutuzov's stern yet dignified demeanor in the portrait. The subject's military uniform adorned with medals and insignia emphasizes his distinguished career in the Russian army. This artwork is a prime example of 19th-century portraiture, highlighting both the individual's personality and their role in society. The painting is currently housed in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg.