Artwork

A Lady in the Studio

A Lady in the Studio, by David Jacobsen, unspecified, 1865
A Lady in the Studio, by David Jacobsen, unspecified, 1865

A Lady in the Studio is an unspecified painting by the Biedermeier artist David Jacobsen. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

A Lady in the Studio is a 1865 painting by David Jacobsen, held at the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman in a studio, lost in thought as she gazes at a framed picture. Her contemplative posture and the dimly lit room create an atmosphere of quiet reflection.

Technique & Style

The artist has captured the woman's dark dress and pulled-back hair, as well as the studio's sparse furnishings, including a chair and a table with art supplies. Other paintings are visible on the walls, adding to the studio setting.

Artist & collection

Portrait of David Jacobsen

Artist

David Jacobsen

David Jacobsen (1821–1871) was an artist, born in Copenhagen.