Artwork
Portrait of a Boy
Portrait of a Boy is an oil painting by Jenny Nyström. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of a Boy is a painting created by Swedish artist Jenny Nyström around 1904. It is an oil painting held in the Nationalmuseum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a young boy with dark hair, dressed in formal attire, with his hands clasped together and a serious expression. He engages directly with the viewer.
Technique & Style
The painting is characterized by visible brushstrokes that add texture to the image. A muted brown background helps focus attention on the boy's face and clothing, rendered in oil paint.
History & Provenance
Jenny Nyström, known for her influence on Scandinavian Christmas imagery, created this work. It is now part of the Nationalmuseum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jenny Eugenia Nyström (13 or 15 June 1854 in Kalmar, Sweden – 17 January 1946 in Stockholm) was a painter and illustrator mainly known as the creator of the Swedish image of the jultomte on Christmas cards and magazine…
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