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I dagvognen. Kunstnerens broderbørn
I dagvognen. Kunstnerens broderbørn is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Hans Smidth. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. I dagvognen.
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Overview
I dagvognen. Kunstnerens broderbørn is an 1900 oil painting by Danish artist Hans Smidth, depicting a scene of everyday rural life in late 19th-century Denmark, featuring the artist's nieces and nephews in a horse-drawn cart.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures a serene moment of family life, with Smidth's nieces and nephews, accompanied by adults, traveling in a cart. The scene conveys a sense of tranquility and intimacy, offering a glimpse into the daily experiences of rural Danish communities during that era.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style with visible brushstrokes, the painting balances detail and texture with a sense of dynamic energy, characteristic of post-impressionist influences. The cloudy, gray sky and the winding road through fields and trees add depth to the composition.
History & Provenance
Created in 1900, the work is part of the collection at the Statens Museum for Kunst, reflecting Smidth's focus on depicting Jutland's rural life and populace.
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Artist
Hans Ludvig Smidth (2 October 1839, Nakskov – 5 May 1917, Frederiksberg) was a Danish painter. He is remembered above all for his paintings of Jutland and its local inhabitants.
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I dagvognen. Kunstnerens broderbørn