Artwork
Portrait of Cecilie Trier, née Melchior
Portrait of Cecilie Trier, née Melchior is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1885 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Created in 1885 by the artist known as 760_person, this oil portrait presents Cecilie Trier, born Melchior.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1885 by the artist known as 760_person, this oil portrait presents Cecilie Trier, born Melchior. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed as an example of late‑19th‑century portraiture.
Subject & Meaning
The sitter is shown seated in a yellow armchair, dressed in a simple black gown. Her grey hair frames a thoughtful expression as she holds a sheet of paper and a small dish, suggesting a moment of quiet domestic activity. The composition conveys an intimate, personal atmosphere rather than a formal, public representation.
Technique & Style
The artist employs a restrained palette, contrasting the dark dress with the warm tones of the chair and surrounding interior. Subtle modelling of light and shadow gives the figure three‑dimensional presence, while the detailed rendering of the window, curtains, and floral vase adds depth to the space. The overall effect is one of calm realism.
History & Provenance
Since its completion, the portrait has remained in institutional care, eventually entering the holdings of the Museum of Ethnography. No record of earlier private ownership is noted, and the work has been catalogued as part of the museum’s collection of 19th‑century European portraiture.
Artist & collection
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