Martin van Meytens

Martin van Meytens, born in 1695 in Stockholm and died in 1770 in Vienna, was a Swedish painter known for his portraits of the European aristocracy. His works are celebrated for their refined technique and elegant compositions, capturing the essence of Baroque dignity and character. Influenced by the European portrait tradition and his contemporary Hyacinthe Rigaud, Van Meytens's technique involved a delicate and sophisticated approach to composition and color, conveying the elegance and status of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the sophistication and grace of the European aristocracy, making him a celebrated figure in 18th-century Swedish painting.