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royal family, swedish nobility, 17th century, european court, portraiture, dynasty, holstein-gottorp, baroque art

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Artwork Description

This group portrait shows Karl XI, King of Sweden, surrounded by his family and relatives from the duchy Holstein-Gottorp, who were his guests in Stockholm in 1691. To the left, in a red armchair, is the King’s mother Queen Dowager Hedvig Eleonora, dressed in yellow and gray with an ermine cloak, and next to her, the King himself, Karl XI, dressed in a richly embroidered costume. His son, the successor to the throne, Karl (XII), is standing between him and his mother, Queen Ulrika Eleonora the Elder, who is holding their youngest child, the three-year old Princess Ulrika Eleonora. Behind them is the young Duke, Fredrik IV of Holstein-Gottorp. His mother, Fredrika Amalia of Holstein-Gottorp, is sitting in front of him with a red cloak around her legs and next to her is the 10 year old Princess Hedvig Sofia, oldest daughter of Karl XI and Ulrika Eleonora the Elder. The Princess is carrying a little dog in her arms, while two other dogs are playing on the oriental carpet in the corner. There were many family ties between Sweden and the little duchy of Holstein. Karl X had in 1654 married the Princess Hedvig Eleonora of Holstein-Gottorp. Ulrika Eleonora the Elder and Fredrika Amalia of Holstein-Gottorp were sisters and the family reunion of 1691 must have much been longed for, especially since Ulrika Eleonora the Elder never had returned to her native country of Denmark after marrying Karl XI in 1680. The young people in the painting were consequently cousins. Princess Hedvig Sofia and Duke Fredrik IV of Holstein-Gottorp were married in 1698.

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a swedish nobleman and portrait painter in the making

david klöcker ehrenstråhl, a swedish nobleman and portrait painter, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating works. born on september 23, 1628, in hamburg, germany, ehrenstråhl's artistic journey is a testament to his innate talent and dedication.

early life and artistic training

ehrenstråhl was the son of johann klöcker, with eight siblings. in 1648, he traveled to amsterdam, where he learned the art of painting under the guidance of juriaen jacobsze (1624–1685). this foundational training laid the groundwork for his future artistic endeavors.

notable works and achievements

* count wrangel on horseback (skokloster castle, sweden, oil on canvas), signed and dated 1652, is one of ehrenstråhl's earliest equestrian portraits of a non-royal person. * in 1670-1675, he created the ceiling fresco the great deeds of the swedish kings in the swedish house of knights (riddarhuspalatset), considered his greatest work.

artistic legacy and influence

ehrenstråhl's artistic legacy extends beyond his own works, as he taught notable pupils including mikael dahl and david von krafft, as well as his daughter anna maria ehrenstrahl. his influence on the art world is a testament to his enduring impact.

key dates: * september 23, 1628: born in hamburg, germany * 1648: traveled to amsterdam for artistic training * 1670-1675: created the great deeds of the swedish kings ceiling fresco * october 23, 1698: passed away in stockholm, sweden

david klöcker ehrenstråhl

1628 - 1698 , Germany

Quick Facts

Artistic Movement Or Style: Classical Dutch landscape
Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist:
- Gainsborough
- Constable
Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Salomon van Ruysdael']
Date Of Birth: 1628/9?
Date Of Death: 1682
Full Name: Jacob van Ruisdael
Nationality: Dutch
Notable Artworks:
- The Jewish Cemetery
- Bentheim Castle View
- A Pool Surrounded by Trees
Place Of Birth: Haarlem, Netherlands

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