Artwork
Julius Geber (1816-1876), wholesale dealer, banker, married to Hilda Philipson
Julius Geber (1816-1876), wholesale dealer, banker, married to Hilda Philipson is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Carl Vilhelm Nordgren. It dates from 1848 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.
About this work
Overview
This 1848 oil painting by Carl Vilhelm Nordgren is a portrait of Julius Geber, a prominent figure in Stockholm's business community.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Julius Geber, is depicted in formal attire, conveying a sense of quiet dignity and respectability. As a wholesale dealer, banker, and husband to Hilda Philipson, Geber's portrait reflects his social standing.
Technique & Style
The painting exemplifies the Biedermeier style, characterized by restraint and intimacy. Nordgren's use of muted colors, such as the brown background, and attention to detail, like Geber's neatly styled hair, contribute to the overall subdued atmosphere.
History & Provenance
The portrait was completed in Stockholm by Nordgren, a Swedish artist and former trumpeter in the Life Guards of Horse. It is now part of the Nationalmuseum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Carl Wilhelm Nordgren (11 May 1804, Stockholm - 9 January 1857, Stockholm) was a Swedish portrait painter and professional trumpeter, for the Life Guards of Horse.
