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Portrait of King Gustav III of Sweden (1746-1792), 1779. Creator: Krafft, Per, the Elder (1724-1793)
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Portrait of King Gustav III of Sweden (1746-1792), 1779. Creator: Krafft, Per, the Elder (1724-1793)
Portrait of King Gustav III of Sweden (1746-1792), 1779. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw
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1779 Gustav Iii Gustav Iii Of Sweden Gustav Iiis Russian War Krafft Royal Castle Russo Swedish War Warsaw
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This stunning portrait of King Gustav III of Sweden, painted by Per Krafft the Elder in 1779, captures the monarch in the prime of his power and glory. Gustav III, born in 1746, ascended to the Swedish throne in 1771 following the death of his father, Adolf Frederick. His reign was marked by ambitious reforms and a bold foreign policy, most notably the Russo-Swedish War (1788-1790), which aimed to regain lost territories from Russia. The king's regal presence is conveyed through the grandeur of his attire and the solemn expression on his face. The artist, Per Krafft the Elder, masterfully employs the neoclassical style, with its emphasis on simplicity, harmony, and idealized forms, to create an image that exudes both elegance and power. The oil on canvas painting, now found in the Collection of the Royal Castle in Warsaw, serves as a testament to the artistic and historical significance of Gustav III's reign. The portrait also reflects the political climate of the time, as Gustav III sought to strengthen Sweden's position on the European stage and assert his authority as a powerful monarch. The Russo-Swedish War ultimately ended in defeat for Sweden, but the legacy of Gustav III's reign continues to be celebrated in Swedish history for his efforts to modernize and reform the country. This portrait offers a glimpse into the complex and intriguing life of one of Sweden's most influential monarchs.
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