Artwork

Per Degn synger for en snaps

Per Degn synger for en snaps, by Unknown, 1865
Per Degn synger for en snaps, by Unknown, 1865

Per Degn synger for en snaps is a photography by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Per Degn synger for en snaps, created in 1865 by 330_person, is a visual artwork housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a man in white attire, hand on head, reacting to another man in dark clothing who holds a glass, with a woman in a long dress observing neutrally from behind. The interaction suggests a moment of reaction or surprise, potentially linked to the act of singing for a shot (snaps), as implied by the title.

Technique & Style

While specific technical details are not provided, the work's style is noted for its resemblance to the broader oeuvre of 330_person, implying consistency with the artist's known visual language and compositional choices.

History & Provenance

Created in 1865, the artwork is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, indicating its recognized cultural or historical significance.

Context

The setting, featuring a fireplace and table, suggests a domestic or communal space, contextualizing the interaction within a familiar, possibly social gathering environment.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known