
Old World Portraits
Portrait of Tsar Alexander I
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A stately 19th-century portrait of Tsar Alexander I in full military regalia.

1846 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dignified 19th-century portrait of a military official, detailed with elaborate medals and a striking blue sash.
$243
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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 quiet, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — holds a composed wall with restraint.
About the piece
Painted in 1846 by Carl Vilhelm Nordgren, this formal oil portrait depicts Karl Johan Adlercreutz. The work showcases masterful rendering of textures, from the crispness of the white collar to the metallic luster of the various honorary decorations and the deep, rich blue of the sash draped across his uniform. It represents the height of mid-19th-century Swedish portraiture, emphasizing both the character and the status of the sitter.
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1846 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dignified 19th-century portrait of a military official, detailed with elaborate medals and a striking blue sash.
$243
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 quiet, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — holds a composed wall with restraint.