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Amalie Elisabeth Freund, f. von Würden. Billedhuggeren H. E. Freunds hustru

Amalie Elisabeth Freund, f. von Würden. Billedhuggeren H. E. Freunds hustru is a photography by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Amalie Elisabeth Freund, f.

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Overview

Amalie Elisabeth Freund, f. von Würden. Billedhuggeren H. E. Freunds hustru is a portrait from 1860, currently in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Amalie Elisabeth Freund, wife of sculptor H. E. Freund, seated in a chair with a serene and contemplative demeanor, her direct gaze engaging the viewer.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro to create depth, emphasizing the subject's face against a dark background, while her formal attire (black dress, white lace collar, red shawl, and white head covering) adds to the overall sense of solemnity.

History & Provenance

Created in 1860, the work is attributed to 1008_person (artist's full name not provided in source material) and is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's holdings.