Who painted Old Woman in Bed?

Old Woman in Bed was painted by Unknown in 1906.

Where can I see Old Woman in Bed?

Old Woman in Bed is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Old Woman in Bed

Unknown , 1906

Old Woman in Bed is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Old Woman in Bed, executed in 1906 by the artist known as 250_person, is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work is a black‑and‑white image that captures a domestic interior, focusing on an elderly woman lying in a modest bed while a younger figure sits nearby, holding a small object near her face.

Subject & Meaning

The composition presents an intimate moment between generations: the older woman, whose gaze is turned away, rests her head on a pillow, while the younger attendant appears to be offering assistance or comfort. The presence of the handheld object, possibly a spoon or tool, suggests a caring routine within a simple household setting.

Technique & Style

Rendered in monochrome, the image relies on strong contrasts of light and shadow to model the figures and define the space. Soft illumination creates gentle gradations on skin and fabric, while darker areas recede, producing a chiaroscuro effect that emphasizes the relational focus between the two figures.

History & Provenance

Created at the beginning of the twentieth century, the photograph entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings as part of its effort to document everyday life. Its acquisition date is not recorded, but the work remains a representative example of early documentary photography within the museum’s ethnographic collection.