Pouline was painted by Unknown in 1884.

Where can I see Pouline?

Pouline is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Pouline

Pouline is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Pouline is a black‑and‑white photographic portrait executed around 1884 by the artist identified as 1010_person. The image is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed as an example of late‑nineteenth‑century portraiture. The work bears the title and the artist’s signature in the lower corner, confirming its attribution.

Subject & Meaning

The photograph depicts a young woman positioned directly toward the camera. Her hair is neatly pulled back, and she wears a plain white blouse patterned with tiny dots. The composition emphasizes her face and shoulders, conveying a calm, unembellished presence that suggests an intimate, momentary glimpse rather than a staged tableau.

Technique & Style

Captured in monochrome, the image relies on soft, diffused lighting that gently illuminates the sitter’s features while rendering the background unobtrusive. The straightforward framing and lack of decorative elements reflect the photographic conventions of the period, focusing on clarity of form and subtle tonal gradations.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1884, the portrait entered the holdings of the Museum of Ethnography at an unspecified date, where it has remained part of the institution’s photographic archive. The museum’s documentation lists the work under the title Pouline and attributes it to the artist known only by the pseudonym 1010_person.