
Old World Portraits
Crown Prince Friedrich Christian of Saxony
Rosalba Carriera
An elegant 18th-century pastel portrait of a young nobleman by master artist Rosalba Carriera.

1739 · Paper, Pastel
This elegant 18th-century pastel portrait captures the youthful Crown Prince Friedrich Christian of Saxony with luminous detail and soft textures.
$239
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A measured, grounding piece in a cooler tonal register — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
About the piece
Created in 1739 by the renowned Venetian artist Rosalba Carriera, this pastel portrait depicts Crown Prince Friedrich Christian of Saxony. The work showcases Carriera's mastery of the medium, utilizing soft, blended skin tones that contrast beautifully with the intricate textures of the prince's ornate jacket and bold blue sash. It is a quintessential example of Rococo portraiture.
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1739 · Paper, Pastel
This elegant 18th-century pastel portrait captures the youthful Crown Prince Friedrich Christian of Saxony with luminous detail and soft textures.
$239
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A measured, grounding piece in a cooler tonal register — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.