Målningen som gjorde Philip de László känd är Andrew W. Mellon (1932). Lady Rachel Cavendish, later Viscountess Stuart of Findhorn och Professor Johann Nepomuk Oser (1904) följer efter i samlarnas och museumbesökarnas hjärtan. Av de 216 verk av Philip de László i vår katalog är dessa 100 de mest beundrade, var och en presenterad med sitt datum, sitt museum och vad som utmärker dem.
Rankade efter vår popularitetspoäng, som kombinerar sökningar, besök och beställningar för varje verk. Uppdaterad oktober 2026. Varje mästerverk på denna sida kan beställas som en handmålad oljereproduktion av museikvalitet eller som ett konsttryck i den storlek du väljer.
In this 1932 bust-length depiction, Philip de László captures the presence of Andrew W. Mellon. The subject is presented in profile, his gaze directed slightly off to the right. A quiet dignity settles over the figure, suggesting a man of significant status and intellect. The composition focuses on the head and shoulders, isolating the sitter against a muted, tan background that offers no distraction from the man himself.
Philip de László rendered this portrait of Lady Rachel Cavendish, later Viscountess Stuart of Findhorn. The sitter, who would eventually become the Viscountess, is presented here in a likeness captured by the Hungarian-born artist during a significant period of transition in her life. The work was executed just before her marriage to James Gray Stuart on 4th August 1923.
In this portrait, Philip de László presents us with Professor Johann Nepomuk Oser, an intellectual figure captured with a quiet, commanding presence. Created about 1904, the work offers a glimpse into the dignified character of a man defined by his scholarly pursuits. The subject is dressed in formal attire, a choice that reflects his status and the professional gravity of his position. There is a certain stillness in his posture…
A heavy silence settles over the canvas. The Archbishop sits in a three-quarter pose, his body angled slightly away while his gaze drifts toward the left of the frame. He is a man of shadows and stark light. The darkness of the background presses inward, forcing the viewer to focus on the pale, steady presence of his face and the pale grip of his hands. It is a study in…
The oil on board painting titled Lt-Col. Risaldar Jagat Singh and Risaidar Man Singh was executed by the artist Philip de László in 1916. This work depicts two Sikh cavalry officers serving within the British Indian Army. The subjects are identified as Jagat Singh of the 12th Cavalry and Man Singh of the 21st Cavalry. The portrait captures the two men in a single sitting that lasted approximately two to…
Three men sit anchored around a wooden table, their silhouettes etched against the dim light of a tavern. The air in the room feels heavy, thick with the scent of spilled spirits and unspoken words. Bottles rest on the scarred surface, catching the pale light like glass eyes watching the quiet drama unfold. A single chair sits empty nearby, a silent witness to a presence that has already departed. The…
In this 1911 oil on canvas, the artist Philip de László turns the gaze inward. Titled Self-Portrait, the work presents a direct encounter with the painter himself, Philip Alexius de László. It is a quiet moment of introspection captured during a period of established professional standing. The subject and the creator are one and the same, offering a rare glimpse into the man behind the formal portraits of the European…
Philip de László captured the likeness of Count Albert Mensdorff-Pouilly-Dietrichstein in this oil on cardboard portrait. The sitter, an Austro-Hungarian diplomat who lived from 1861 to 1945, is presented with the quiet dignity characteristic of the era's high society. Created before 1907, the work reflects the artist's early period of establishing his reputation among the European elite.
Philip de László’s Portrait of Fürstin Dietrichstein zu Nikolsburg, née Princess Olga Dolgouruky presents an oval-shaped bust-length study of the subject. The composition centers on the face and upper shoulders of Princess Olga Dolgouruky, establishing an intimate connection through a direct, eye-level view. She is rendered in regal attire, distinguished by a delicate jeweled tiara that catches the light. The arrangement focuses the viewer's attention on her calm expression and…
The portrait presents an elderly gentleman, captured in a bust-length composition that emphasizes psychological depth. Positioned slightly off-center, the subject gazes toward the viewer's left, creating an intimate, quiet connection. The lighting is dramatic, utilizing a chiaroscuro effect where a strong light source from the upper left defines the facial structure, the texture of the white beard, and the deep wrinkles of age. This illumination contrasts sharply against the dark,…
Philip de László painted this portrait of Frank Billings Kellogg in 1925. The subject was a prominent American politician and statesman. His career reached a significant milestone in…
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The subject turns her face toward the viewer, a soft profile emerging from a shadow of ochre and deep brown. She wears a gown of luminous teal and…
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Philip de László presents Julian Byng, 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy, in this formal oil portrait executed about 1933. The subject, a high-ranking British Army officer, is rendered…
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This oil portrait depicts Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour. The subject lived from 1848 to 1930. The painting was executed by the artist Philip de László.
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The room feels quiet, held in a stillness that only the weight of authority can command. Seated within the dark, structured embrace of an ornate throne, Pope Pius…
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Philip de László captures the presence of John Loader Maffey, 1st Baron Rugby, in this 1923 oil on canvas. The subject sits with a quiet, dignified weight, his…
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William Richard Morris, Viscount Nuffield, is the subject of this 1937 portrait by Philip de László. Created in England, the work captures the likeness of the English motor…
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This oil on canvas portrait, titled Sir Thomas Gardner Horridge, was executed by the artist Philip de László. The work depicts Sir Thomas Gardner Horridge, who held the…
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In this 1927 portrait, we find ourselves face-to-face with Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg, captured in a moment of quiet, somber dignity. The composition is intimate, a vertical bust-length…
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Step closer to observe the quiet authority held within this vertical portrait. Here, King Alfonso XIII is captured in 1927, presented in a three-quarter length pose that feels…
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In this 1922 oil on canvas, Philip de László captures the likeness of Edward Drummond Libbey. The subject sits with a quiet, settled presence, his form defined by…
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The oil on canvas work titled Edwin Charles Clark, Professor of Civil Law was executed by the artist Philip de László. This portrait depicts Edwin Charles Clark, a…
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The Portrait of John H. McFadden by Philip de László is a three-quarter length oil painting. The subject is positioned slightly off-center, facing the viewer directly with a…
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In this 1927 portrait, Philip de László presents King Alfonso XIII in a moment of quiet dignity. The subject is depicted in military attire, a choice that speaks…
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In this 1929 oil on canvas, Philip de László captures Clara Cook Kellogg, a woman defined by the quiet gravity of her social standing. She sits as a…
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Philip de László presents Richard Burdon Haldane, Viscount Haldane, a portrait executed in 1928. The subject, Richard Burdon Haldane, 1st Viscount Haldane, was a prominent figure in British…
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This oil on canvas portrait depicts Henry Charles Keith Petty-Fitzmaurice, 5th Marquess of Lansdowne. Painted by Philip de László in 1920, the work captures the subject in formal…
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The brush captures Sir (Samuel) Luke Fildes in a moment of quiet dignity. Painted by Philip de László in 1914, this portrait brings the sitter into a direct,…
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The gaze of Sir William Pulteney Pulteney meets the viewer through this formal oil portrait, a work that captures the man in a moment of quiet, authoritative stillness.…
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In the year 1911, Philip de László painted Portrait of a Lady and her Daughter (Portrait of Anya and Lanya). The canvas captures two figures of high standing,…
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In this 1930 oil on canvas, Philip de László presents a formal portrait of Iphigenia Wise Ochs. Painted in London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom, the work captures…
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In this 1921 oil on canvas, Philip de László presents a formal study of Arthur Hamilton Lee, 1st Viscount Lee of Fareham. The sitter, born in 1868, is…
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This oil on canvas, titled Portrait of Marshal Lyautey, was executed by the artist Philip de László in 1929. It presents a formal study of Maréchal Louis Hubert…
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In this 1926 oil on canvas, Philip de László captures the likeness of Adolph Simon Ochs. Painted in New York City, United States, the work presents the subject…
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This oil on canvas portrait, titled Sir (William Matthew) Flinders Petrie, was executed by the artist Philip de László in 1934. The work depicts the archaeologist in his…
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In the quiet light of 1902, Philip Alexius De László captures a private moment in this Portrait of a Lady and her Daughter. The scene unfolds from a…
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A Glimpse into Aristocratic Life: Vita Sackville-West by Philip de László This captivating oil on canvas portrait, "Vita Sackville-West," painted in 1910 by the renowned Philip Alexius de…
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#2 Lady Rachel Cavendish, later Viscountess Stuart of Findhorn
#4 Cosmo Gordon Lang (1864–1945), Baron Lang of Lambeth, Scholar (1882), Honorary Fellow (1928), Archbishop of York (1908–1928), Archbishop of Canterbury (1928–1942)
#5 Lt-Col. Risaldar Jagat Singh and Risaidar Man Singh
#7 Self-Portrait
#9 Portrait of Fürstin Dietrichstein zu Nikolsburg, née Princess Olga Dolgouruky
De fyra motiv som förekommer oftast bland dessa mästerverk, med det främsta exemplet på varje.
De 8 museer som innehar flest av målningarna på denna sida.
| Museum | Stad | Verk av Philip de László | Målningar från denna lista |
|---|---|---|---|
 National Portrait Gallery |
London | 11 | Count Albert Mensdorff-Pouilly-Dietrichstein, Sir George Henschel (Isidor Georg Henschel), Julian Byng, 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy |
 Ungerska nationalgalleriet |
Budapest | 9 | Self-Portrait, The Storyteller, At Vesper Bell |
 National Portrait Gallery |
Washington, D.C. | 7 | Frank Billings Kellogg, Clara Cook Kellogg, Iphigenia Wise Ochs |
 Museo del Prado |
Madrid | 4 | Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg with mantilla, Alfonso XIII in Hussar Uniform, Alfonso XIII |
 Courtauld Gallery |
London | 4 | Viscount Lee of Fareham, Sketch for Portrait of the Viscountess Lee of Fareham |
 Ermitaget |
Sankt Petersburg | 2 | Portrait of a Lady and her Daughter (Portrait of Anya and Lanya), Portrait of a Lady and her Daughter |
 Musée d'Orsay |
Paris | 2 | Portrait of Marshal Lyautey, Countess Anna de Noailles |
 Nationalmuseet i Warszawa |
Warszawa | 2 | Lady with a pearl earring, Portrait of a lady in a large hat |
Three men sit anchored around a wooden table, their silhouettes etched against the dim light of a tavern. The air in the room feels heavy, thick with the…
In this portrait, Philip de László presents us with Professor Johann Nepomuk Oser, an intellectual figure captured with a quiet, commanding presence. Created about 1904, the work offers…
The oil on board painting titled Lt-Col. Risaldar Jagat Singh and Risaidar Man Singh was executed by the artist Philip de László in 1916. This work depicts two…
Philip de László painted this portrait of Frank Billings Kellogg in 1925. The subject was a prominent American politician and statesman. His career reached a significant milestone in…
In this 1932 bust-length depiction, Philip de László captures the presence of Andrew W. Mellon. The subject is presented in profile, his gaze directed slightly off to the…
Andrew W. Mellon (1932). Därefter följer Lady Rachel Cavendish, later Viscountess Stuart of Findhorn och Professor Johann Nepomuk Oser (1904).
63 år gammal: Andrew W. Mellon dateras från 1932 och Philip de László föddes 1869.
Andrew W. Mellon, Lady Rachel Cavendish, later Viscountess Stuart of Findhorn, Professor Johann Nepomuk Oser, Cosmo Gordon Lang (1864–1945), Baron Lang of Lambeth, Scholar (1882), Honorary Fellow (1928), Archbishop of York (1908–1928), Archbishop of Canterbury (1928–1942), Lt-Col. Risaldar Jagat Singh and Risaidar Man Singh, Regret (also known as Love Spurned), Self-Portrait, Count Albert Mensdorff-Pouilly-Dietrichstein, Portrait of Fürstin Dietrichstein zu Nikolsburg, née Princess Olga Dolgouruky och Sir George Henschel (Isidor Georg Henschel). Rankingen ovan visar år och museum för varje verk.
Vår katalog innehåller 216 verk av Philip de László, daterade från 1891 till 1937.
De flesta av dem finns i National Portrait Gallery (London), Ungerska nationalgalleriet (Budapest) och National Portrait Gallery (Washington, D.C.). Tabellen ovan listar museerna ett efter ett.
Under 1910s: 42 av de 100 verk som finns på denna sida härstammar från den tiden, däribland Lt-Col. Risaldar Jagat Singh and Risaidar Man Singh.
Det tidigaste på denna sida är The Storyteller (1891), det senaste William Richard Morris, Viscount Nuffield (1937).
Man (25), Portrait (15) och Woman (9), av totalt 100 verk på denna sida.
Oil On Canvas: 25 av 100 verk på denna sida.
Academic realism och Realism, som målningarna på denna sida visar.
Count Albert Mensdorff-Pouilly-Dietrichstein, Sir George Henschel (Isidor Georg Henschel) och Julian Byng, 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy är bland de 11 verk på denna sida som innehas av National Portrait Gallery, London.
Ja. Varje målning på denna sida kan beställas som en handmålad oljereproduktion av museikvalitet eller som ett konsttryck i den storlek du väljer, direkt från målningens egen sida.
Philip Alexius de László, född som Fülöp Laub den 30 april 1869 i Budapest, Ungern, steg från enkla förhållanden för att bli en hyllad porträttmålare av det europeiska kungahuset och aristokratin. Hans föräldrar, Adolf och Johanna Laub, var en skräddare respektive en sömmerska av judisk härkomst. Inledningsvis arbetade han som lärling inom fotografi parallellt med sina konstnärliga studier. Han antogs till den nationella konstakademin i Budapest, där han studerade under Bertalan Székely och Károly Lotz. Vidare studier i München och Paris vidgade hans konstnärliga horisonter.
De Lázlós tidiga verk uppvisade ett skarpt öga för detaljer och en framväxande mästerskap inom realismen. Hans influenser omfattade de akademiska traditioner han lärde sig vid akademin, såväl som de rådande trenderna inom porträttkonsten under det sena 1800-talet och det tidiga 1900-talet. Han utmärkte sig snabbt genom sin förmåga att fånga inte bara den fysiska likheten, utan även personligheten och den sociala ställningen hos sina modeller. Ett avgörande ögonblick inträffade år 1900 när hans porträtt av påve Leo XIII belönades med en stor guldmedalj vid världsutställningen i Paris, vilket etablerade hans internationella rykte.
Efter sin framgång i Paris flyttade de László till Wien 1903 och slog sig sedan ner i London 1907, där han stannade resten av sitt liv. Han blev en mycket eftertraktad porträttmålare bland den europeiska eliten. Hans klientel inkluderade monarker, adelsmän, industriledare, vetenskapsmän och framstående personer från olika områden.
År 1900 gifte sig de László med Lucy Madeleine Guinness, en medlem av den framstående bankirfamiljen. De fick sex barn och sjutton barnbarn. Han konverterade till anglikanismen vid sitt äktenskap efter ett tidigare intresse för katolicismen. Trots sitt brittiska medborgarskap och sitt etablerade liv i England, drabbades han av internering under första världskriget (1917–1918) på grund av misstankar kring sina österrikiska kopplingar, en period präglad av betydande svårigheter.
De Lázlós stil kännetecknas av sin realism, noggranna detaljrikedom och levande färgpalett. Han var skicklig på att fånga texturerna i tyger, smycken och hudtoner. Hans porträtt förmedlar ofta en känsla av elegans, sofistikering och social status. Även om han främst är känd för sin porträttkonst, skapade han även landskap och genremåleri.
Philip de Lázlós verk ger värdefulla inblickar i det europeiska högreståndslivets liv och utseende under det sena 1800-talet och det tidiga 1900-talet. Hans porträtt fungerar som historiska dokument som fångar en specifik era och dess sociala dynamik. Trots att han ibland kritiserats för att främst vara en porträttmålare av societeten, är hans tekniska skicklighet och förmåga att fånga karaktär obestridlig. Hans samlade verk omfattar nästan 4 000 verk, inklusive teckningar, och ett katalogiseringsarbete (catalogue raisonné) pågår för närvarande. Han avled den 22 november 1937 i London och lämnade efter sig ett bestående arv som en av sin tids främsta porträttmålare.
