Old World Portraits
Portrait of Count Georgius Csáky
Unknown Artist
An 18th-century portrait of a Hungarian count in military dress, characterized by its bold palette and aristocratic presence.
Portrait of Count Karol Csáky
Josef Czauczik
1836 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 19th-century oil portrait of Count Karol Csáky, rendered with dignified presence and fine painterly detail.
$243
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence with softened warm notes — holds a composed wall with restraint.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Burnished orange, Rich brown
About the piece
Created in 1836 by Josef Czauczik, this formal oil portrait depicts Count Karol Csáky. The work is a characteristic example of Central European portraiture of the Biedermeier era, focusing on the character and status of the sitter through meticulous attention to facial features and the stark contrast between his pale complexion and dark, high-collared clothing.
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