Artwork
At A Tavern
At A Tavern is an oil painting by Amalia Lindegren. It dates from 1853 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Amalia Lindegren’s 1853 oil painting *At A Tavern* depicts a solitary figure seated at a modest table within a dimly lit interior. The composition centers on a man whose closed eyes suggest a moment of repose, while a dog rests nearby, adding a quiet domestic touch. The work is part of the Nationalmuseum’s collection in Stockholm.
Subject & Meaning
The scene captures an unremarkable episode of everyday life: a patron, dressed in a white shirt, dark vest and trousers, leans on his arm as if dozing after a drink. The presence of a glass, bread, and a jug emphasizes the routine of a tavern setting, while the dog’s calm posture hints at companionship and the ordinary comforts of the locale.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil on canvas, Lindegårn employs a restrained palette of muted tones to convey the low‑light atmosphere. Soft modeling of the figure and subtle chiaroscuro create depth, while the careful rendering of textures—fabric, wood, and the dog’s fur—demonstrates a realistic approach typical of mid‑19th‑century Swedish genre painting.
History & Provenance
Lindegren, a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Arts from 1856, painted the work three years before her academy admission. *At A Tavern* entered the Nationalmuseum’s holdings at an unspecified date, where it remains accessible as a representative example of her contribution to Swedish art during the 1850s.
Artist & collection
Artist
Amalia Euphrosyne Lindegren (22 May 1814 – 27 December 1891) was a Swedish artist and painter. She was a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Arts (1856).
