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Portrait of a Young Man with Bagpipes, Follower of J.H. Tischbein the Elder

1700s

$4,127.58
£3,089.60
€3,500
CA$5,680.72
A$6,331.76
CHF 3,322.06
MX$77,321.09
NOK 42,064.46
SEK 39,757.31
DKK 26,644.47

About the Item

Follower of Johann Heinrich Tischbein the Elder (1722–1789) Man with Bagpipes oil on oak panel no signature 25 × 19 cm (9.8 × 7.5 in) 31 x 26 cm (12.2 x 10.2 in) This refined 18th-century portrait depicts a young man dressed in a striking red coat, his gaze turned gently to the side, holding a set of bagpipes with both poise and ease. The instrument, rarely featured in German portraiture of the period, introduces a rustic, musical element that contrasts beautifully with the sitter’s composed elegance and richly detailed attire. The painting reflects the influence of Johann Heinrich Tischbein the Elder, a leading figure of German Rococo portraiture, known for his sophisticated compositions and soft modelling. While the artist remains unidentified, the work clearly aligns with Tischbein’s stylistic sphere, though it lacks the polished idealisation typical of his hand. Instead, it offers a more direct and expressive treatment—particularly in its vivid coloration, strong facial modelling, and textural contrasts—which lends the portrait an engaging and characterful presence. Nonetheless, the painting displays a sensitive rendering of fabric, gesture, and mood, all hallmarks of mid-18th-century German portraiture. It captures a moment of quiet theatricality, blending genre elements with a courtly sensibility. While the artist remains unknown, the work stands as a compelling example of Tischbein’s stylistic legacy as it extended beyond his own hand. condition: The painting is in excellent condition. The oak panel is flat and stable, with no visible warping or cracks. The paint surface is well preserved, with vibrant, clear colors and no signs of flaking or restoration. The frame is cast in brass and mounted on a solid wooden backing.
  • Creation Year:
    1700s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.21 in (31 cm)Width: 10.24 in (26 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Circle Of:
    Johann Heinrich Tischbein the Elder (1722-1789, German)
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    The painting is in a very good condition. The oak panel is flat and stable, with no visible warping or cracks. The paint surface is well preserved, with vibrant, clear colors and no signs of flaking or restoration.
  • Gallery Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1445216390352

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