Artwork
Et barn lader sin moder lugte til nogle blomster

Et barn lader sin moder lugte til nogle blomster is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Created around 1750 by the artist known as 1703_person, this oil painting depicts an intimate domestic scene of a mother and child.
About this work
Overview
Created around 1750 by the artist known as 1703_person, this oil painting depicts an intimate domestic scene of a mother and child. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed among other cultural artifacts.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a woman positioned on the right, gently bringing a bouquet of flowers to her nose, while a young child on the left watches her attentively. The tender interaction suggests themes of familial affection and sensory experience, emphasizing the simple pleasure of scent within everyday life.
Technique & Style
Both figures are rendered in light‑colored garments that contrast with a darkened background, creating a subtle chiaroscuro effect that highlights the subjects. The brushwork is delicate, especially in the rendering of the fabrics and the floral elements, conveying a sense of softness and intimacy.
History & Provenance
The painting entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date, becoming part of its ethnographic and artistic assemblage. Its attribution to 1703_person remains based on stylistic analysis and historical records linking the artist to mid‑18th‑century portraiture.
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