Artwork

My Mother Reading on the Beach

My Mother Reading on the Beach, by Carl Frydensberg, oil, 1894
My Mother Reading on the Beach, by Carl Frydensberg, oil, 1894

My Mother Reading on the Beach is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Carl Frydensberg. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

My Mother Reading on the Beach is an oil painting created by Carl Frydensberg in 1894, currently held at the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman on a beach, dressed in a long, dark dress and wide-brimmed hat, reading a book while holding an umbrella. The serene setting and her leisurely pose evoke a tranquil atmosphere, suggesting a summer day.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of light and shadow creates depth and serenity in the scene, with the umbrella casting a shadow on the woman's face. The gentle waves and clear sky in the background add to the overall sense of calm.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Carl Frydensberg

Artist

Carl Frydensberg

Carl Frydensberg (1872–1944) was an artist, born in Copenhagen.