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Aleksey Antropov Painting Portrait of Catherine II the Great.

Portrait of Catherine II the Great. - Famous Art work & Drawing by Aleksey Antropov

Portrait of Catherine II the Great.

Aleksey’s 1766 painting uses oil on canvas and shows the Empress in all her glory. The authoritative look, expressive eyes and upright stature all bring out the greatness of the character. The Amazonian proportions of her upper torso cannot escape the viewer’s attention. The large earrings

And the brooch with the human figure in it all add up to her bearing. Her hair done up in two plaits are reminiscent of the Norway/Finland lady folks of those years.This work of art finds a place in The Novgorod Art and History Museum in Russia.

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