Who painted Dameportræt, kaldet frøken Sneedorf?

Dameportræt, kaldet frøken Sneedorf was painted by Unknown in 1750.

Where can I see Dameportræt, kaldet frøken Sneedorf?

Dameportræt, kaldet frøken Sneedorf is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Dameportræt, kaldet frøken Sneedorf

Dameportræt, kaldet frøken Sneedorf is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1750 by the artist known as 247_person, this portrait—commonly referred to as "frøken Sneedorf"—is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. The work presents a single female sitter against a deep, shadowed backdrop, drawing immediate visual attention to her face and attire.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman dressed in a modest gown accented by a bow at the neckline and a hat that frames her head. Her gaze meets the viewer directly, and her expression remains neutral, suggesting a formal representation rather than an intimate narrative.

Technique & Style

Employing chiaroscuro, the artist models the figure with strong contrasts of light and dark, giving the portrait a three‑dimensional presence. The dark background recedes, while the illuminated areas on the face, hat, and dress create a clear focal point and a sense of volume.

History & Provenance

Attributed to the mid‑18th century, the work has been housed in the Museum of Ethnography for an extended period, though specific acquisition details are not recorded in the available sources. Its continued display reflects the museum’s interest in portraiture from this era.