Ulrik (1684-1685), prince of Sweden

Artist/Maker

DatesSigned: Signed 1686

Material / Technique

Dimensionsh x w: Mått 63 x 51 cm h x w x d: Ram 71 x 60 x 6 cm

Inventory numberNMGrh 1364

AcqusitionTransferred 1865 Gripsholm Castle

Other titlesTitel (sv): Ulrik (1684-1685), prins av Sverige Titel (en): Ulrik (1684-1685), prince of Sweden Etikett (sv): Ulrik, prins av Sverige Etikett (en): Ulrik, prince of Sweden

DescriptionDescription: Cornelis van der Meulen was the first person in Sweden to paint trompe l'œil-works, where it can be difficult to distinguish between real and painted objects. The marble busts of the deceased princes Ulrik and Gustav, are surrounded by symbols of the transience of life: a withering rose bud, symbolizing an early death, and a soap bubble. Karl XI and Ulrika Eleonora the Elder lost four children within two years.

Exhibited

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Collection

MaterialDuk, Oil paint

TechniquePainting

Object category