Who painted Portrait of Marie Oppermann?

Portrait of Marie Oppermann was painted by Unknown in 1894.

Where can I see Portrait of Marie Oppermann?

Portrait of Marie Oppermann is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Portrait of Marie Oppermann?

Portrait of Marie Oppermann is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Portrait of Marie Oppermann

Unknown , 1894

Portrait of Marie Oppermann is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Created in 1894 by the artist known as 239_person, this portrait depicts a woman named Marie Oppermann.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1894 by the artist known as 239_person, this portrait depicts a woman named Marie Oppermann. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed as a representative example of late‑19th‑century portraiture.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is presented in a three‑quarter view, her head turned slightly away from the viewer, which lends a sense of quiet introspection. Dressed in a high‑necked yellow gown trimmed with lace, she embodies the modest fashion of her era, while the plain background emphasizes her individual presence.

Technique & Style

The artist renders the lace trim with fine, almost stitch‑like brushwork, capturing its delicate texture. Light is rendered with subtle gradations, highlighting both the fabric and the sitter’s skin, creating a gentle modelling of form. The overall handling of edges suggests a soft focus reminiscent of sfumato, lending depth without harsh lines.

History & Provenance

Since its completion in 1894, the portrait has remained within institutional holdings, eventually entering the Museum of Ethnography’s collection. Documentation traces its acquisition to the museum’s early 20th‑century expansion of European portraiture, where it has been catalogued under the artist’s catalog number and displayed in the museum’s portrait gallery.