Count Carl Gustaf Tessin

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Material / Technique

Dimensionsh x w: Mått 149 x 116 cm h x w x d: Ram 188 x 156 x 15 cm

Inventory numberNM 5535

AcqusitionDonated 1960 by Tessinsällskapet

Other titlesTitle (sv): Greve Carl Gustaf Tessin (1695-1770) Title (en): Count Carl Gustaf Tessin Label (sv): Greve Carl Gustaf Tessin Title (fr): Portrait du comte Carl Gustaf Tessin

DescriptionDescription: The Swedish ambassador Carl Gustaf Tessin sits in his library in a dressing gown, surrounded by his collections. In his hands, he holds an engraving by Marc-Antonio Raimondi of Raphael’s fresco The Triumph of Galatea. The arrows fired by the cupids in the engraving seem to be aimed at Tessin’s heart – perhaps an expression of his love for the great master of art. The portrait was intended as a gift to his friend, the architect Carl Hårleman.

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Depicted Person

Motif categoryPortrait

Collection

MaterialOil paint, Duk

TechniquePainting

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