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Portrait of Prince Augustus William of Prussia 1722-58. Creator: Unknown
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Portrait of Prince Augustus William of Prussia 1722-58. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Prince Augustus William of Prussia 1722-58, unknown date
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Antoine Pesne Pesne Antoine Prussia Prussian August Wilhelm National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum
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This stunning 18th century oil painting depicts Prince Augustus William of Prussia (1722-1758), a member of the House of Hohenzollern and a prominent figure in the history of both Prussia and Europe. The portrait, created by the renowned French artist Antoine Pesne, showcases the prince in full regalia, wearing an ornate armor suit adorned with intricate gold and silver embellishments. The richly colored painting captures the essence of the prince's royal heritage, as well as the grandeur and opulence of the era. Prince Augustus William was the eldest son of King Frederick William I of Prussia and his wife, Sophia Dorothea of Hanover. He was a skilled military commander, who led Prussian forces in several battles during the Seven Years' War. The portrait, which is now housed at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, reflects his strong and determined character, as well as his status as a prince and a military leader. The painting is a testament to the artistic and cultural exchange between France and Germany during the 18th century. Antoine Pesne, a French artist, was a leading figure in the French Baroque style, but he spent a significant amount of time in Germany, where he was court painter to Augustus II the Strong, Elector of Saxony. The portrait of Prince Augustus William of Prussia is a prime example of Pesne's ability to blend the French and German artistic traditions, creating a unique and captivating work of art. The painting's location at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm is significant, as it reflects the complex political alliances and power dynamics of the time. The portrait was acquired by the museum in the late 19th century, and it remains an important part of the museum's collection, showcasing the rich artistic and historical heritage of Europe during the 18th century.
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