Who painted Portrait of Johanne Pløyen, née Bachmann?

Portrait of Johanne Pløyen, née Bachmann was painted by Unknown in 1834.

Where can I see Portrait of Johanne Pløyen, née Bachmann?

Portrait of Johanne Pløyen, née Bachmann is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Portrait of Johanne Pløyen, née Bachmann?

Portrait of Johanne Pløyen, née Bachmann is associated with Biedermeier.

Artwork

Portrait of Johanne Pløyen, née Bachmann

Unknown , 1834

Portrait of Johanne Pløyen, née Bachmann is an unspecified painting by the Biedermeier artist Unknown. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Created in 1834, this oil portrait depicts Johanne Pløyen, born Bachmann, and is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1834, this oil portrait depicts Johanne Pløyen, born Bachmann, and is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work is attributed to the artist identified as 1117_person. The composition presents the sitter seated in a modest chair, set against an unadorned dark backdrop that concentrates attention on her figure.

Subject & Meaning

Johanne Pløyen is shown in a dark gray dress with a white lace collar and a matching cap, her hands resting calmly in her lap. A simple gold ring adorns her finger, suggesting modest personal adornment. The restrained pose and muted attire convey a sense of quiet dignity typical of early‑nineteenth‑century portraiture.

Technique & Style

The painter employs a subtle chiaroscuro, using gentle contrasts of light and shadow to model the sitter’s face and clothing. Soft brushwork renders the texture of the lace cap, catching highlights that give it a delicate sheen, while the fabric of the dress is suggested through nuanced tonal shifts rather than precise detailing.

History & Provenance

Since its execution in 1834, the portrait has remained within the holdings of the Museum of Ethnography. Documentation links the work directly to its creator, 1117_person, and records indicate it entered the museum’s collection as part of its early acquisitions of Danish portraiture.