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Allegory with Self-Portrait and Portrait of Ulrika Eleonora the Elder
Amalia Wilhelmina Königsmarck
1689 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A vibrant 17th-century Baroque allegory celebrating portraiture and noble identity through elegant figures and rich drapery.
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Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Warm beige, Olive green
About the piece
Painted in 1689 by Amalia Wilhelmina Königsmarck, this intricate allegory features a self-portrait of the artist alongside a profile portrait of Queen Ulrika Eleonora the Elder. The composition is a masterclass in Baroque drama, utilizing deep blues, shimmering golds, and lush fabrics to elevate the subjects within a symbolic narrative of fame and virtue.
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