Who painted Mrs. Grønland?

Mrs. Grønland was painted by Conrad Christian Bøhndel in 1813.

Where can I see Mrs. Grønland?

Mrs. Grønland is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Mrs. Grønland?

Mrs. Grønland is associated with German Romanticism.

Artwork

Mrs. Grønland

Conrad Christian Bøhndel , 1813

Mrs. Grønland is an oil painting by the German Romanticist artist Conrad Christian Bøhndel. It dates from 1813 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Conrad Christian Bøhndel's 'Mrs. Grønland' is an oil painting from 1813, currently held at Statens Museum for Kunst. It is a portrait of a seated woman, identified as Mrs. Grønland.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, likely Mrs. Grønland, is depicted in a calm and serene state, with her arms crossed and eyes cast downward. Her attire includes a brown dress, white lace collar, and gold necklace, suggesting a certain social status.

Technique & Style

The painting employs chiaroscuro to create depth and dimensionality, drawing attention to the subject's face and hands. The dark, muted background further emphasizes the subject, characteristic of the German Romanticism style associated with this work.

History & Provenance

Created in 1813 by Danish painter and lithographer Conrad Christian Bøhndel, 'Mrs. Grønland' is part of the Statens Museum for Kunst collection. Bøhndel is also known for his lithographs, including his work on Hans Brüggemann's altarpiece between 1824 and 1832.

Artist & collection

Artist

Conrad Christian Bøhndel

Conrad Christian August Bøhndel (7 March 1779 – 18 December 1847) was a Danish painter and lithographer. He lithographed the Hans Brüggemann's altarpiece between 1824 and 1832.

Museum

Statens Museum for Kunst

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