Who painted Cathrine von Halle, née Nathanson?

Cathrine von Halle, née Nathanson was painted by Unknown in 1830.

Where can I see Cathrine von Halle, née Nathanson?

Cathrine von Halle, née Nathanson is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Cathrine von Halle, née Nathanson?

Cathrine von Halle, née Nathanson is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Cathrine von Halle, née Nathanson

Unknown , 1830

Cathrine von Halle, née Nathanson is a photography by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1830, this portrait depicts Cathrine von Halle, née Nathanson, and is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. Rendered as an image, the work presents a solitary figure seated against a uniform dark backdrop, drawing the viewer’s attention to the sitter’s attire and expression.

Subject & Meaning

The composition shows a woman dressed in a dark blue gown, her hands placed calmly in her lap, and a composed facial expression. The attire, including a tall light‑blue hat trimmed with lace, suggests a genteel status and reflects the conventions of personal portraiture in the early nineteenth century.

Technique & Style

The artist renders the lace of the hat and collar with meticulous brushwork, emphasizing texture and materiality—a hallmark of portrait practice in the 1800s. The use of a plain, dark background creates a subtle chiaroscuro effect, allowing light to model the figure while the surrounding space recedes.

History & Provenance

The work was produced in 1830 and has remained within the holdings of the Museum of Ethnography. No further changes of ownership are recorded, indicating a relatively stable provenance since its acquisition by the institution.