Портрет Александра I

early 19th century · Painting · 88 × 69 cm

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Nijni Novgorod, Russie

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1818
Congress of Aachen: The Attention of Alexander I
In 1818, at the Congress of Aachen, Dawe first painted Prince Pyotr Volkonsky; seeing the artist at work, Alexander I was struck by the likeness and ordered that Dawe be invited to come to Russia to paint portraits of Russian generals.
1818–1828 · Lieu de travail
Saint Petersburg
1819
Alexander I's Commission and Move to St. Petersburg
Alexander I commissioned Dawe to paint portraits of the senior Russian commanders who had fought against Napoleon; in 1819 the artist moved to St. Petersburg.
1819
European Journey with the Duke of Kent
In 1819 Dawe, who enjoyed the patronage of the Duke and Duchess of Kent, set off with the Duke on a journey through Europe, in the course of which he attracted the attention of the Russian Emperor Alexander I.
1828
First Painter of the Imperial Court
In 1828 Dawe was officially appointed First Painter of the Imperial Court.
15 octobre 1829
Died