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Karl Johan Adlercreutz, 1757-1815, 1846. Creator: Carl Wilhelm Nordgren
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Karl Johan Adlercreutz, 1757-1815, 1846. Creator: Carl Wilhelm Nordgren
Karl Johan Adlercreutz, 1757-1815, 1846
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Medal Medals Carl Wilhelm Nordgren National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum
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Carl Johan Adlercreutz (1757-1815) was a prominent Swedish military leader, statesman, and politician of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This striking portrait of Adlercreutz, painted by Carl Wilhelm Nordgren in 1846, captures the general's distinguished appearance and military prowess. Adlercreutz is depicted in full uniform, adorned with numerous medals and decorations, reflecting his esteemed career in the Swedish military. The richly colored oil painting, with its intricate detail and lifelike rendering, showcases the fashion of the time, with Adlercreutz's elegant head and shoulders framed against a neutral background. Born in Stockholm, Adlercreutz rose through the ranks of the Swedish military, serving in various capacities during the Swedish War of 1788-1790 and the Finnish War of 1808-1809. He also held several important political positions, including serving as a member of the Swedish Riksdag and as a cabinet minister. This portrait, now housed at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, is a testament to Adlercreutz's significant role in Swedish history and his enduring legacy as a military and political leader. The painting's meticulous execution and Nordgren's skillful use of color and light make it a valuable addition to the museum's extensive collection of 18th and 19th century Swedish art.
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