Old World Portraits
Portrait of Hieronymus Georg von Holzhausen
Unknown Artist
A dignified 18th-century portrait of a gentleman in an exquisitely embroidered blue velvet coat.
Portrait of Hieronymus Georg von Holzhausen
Unknown Artist
1740 · Medium Not Listed
An elegant 18th-century portrait featuring a young gentleman in a striking red coat and powdered wig.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy
About the piece
This 1740 portrait captures Hieronymus Georg von Holzhausen in a dignified yet approachable pose against a dark, atmospheric background. The painting is characterized by the rich saturation of the sitter's red coat and the fine detail of its embroidery, exemplifying the refined portraiture of the European Enlightenment.
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