Artwork

Catharina Annette Fraser (1815-92)

Catharina Annette Fraser (1815-92), by Jan Adam Kruseman, oil, 1834
Catharina Annette Fraser (1815-92), by Jan Adam Kruseman, oil, 1834

Catharina Annette Fraser (1815-92) is an oil painting by Jan Adam Kruseman. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

Catharina Annette Fraser (1815-92) is an oil painting portrait created by Jan Adam Kruseman in 1834, depicting the eponymous subject, Catharina Anna Fraser.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait focuses on Catharina Anna Fraser, shown in a deep red dress with lace trim and gold chain, conveying an impression of elegance and refinement through her attire and poised demeanor.

Technique & Style

Kruseman employed smooth brushstrokes, particularly noticeable on the subject's face and clothing, against a softly blurred greenish background suggesting a distant landscape, achieving a balance between detail and subtlety.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, reflecting Kruseman's recognized work in portraiture, alongside his lesser-known output in landscapes and genre scenes.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jan Adam Kruseman

Artist

Jan Adam Kruseman

Jan Adam Kruseman (12 February 1804 – 17 March 1862) was a Dutch painter, known primarily for his portraits, although he also did landscapes and genre scenes.

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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