Artwork
En fattig kone der venter på et krus øl i en bondestue
En fattig kone der venter på et krus øl i en bondestue is an oil painting by the Realist artist Julius Exner. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
En fattig kone der venter på et krus øl i en bondestue is a 1852 oil painting by Julius Exner, a Danish artist known for his genre scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a poor woman waiting for a beer in a rural tavern, accompanied by a child and a dog. The scene conveys a sense of everyday life among ordinary people, highlighting the struggles and simplicity of rural existence.
Technique & Style
Exner's work is characterized by its realistic representation and use of chiaroscuro, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the simple, rustic interior.
History & Provenance
Created during Denmark's National Romantic period, the painting is now held in the Statens Museum for Kunst collection. Exner, born to a Czech father and Danish mother in 1825, transitioned from history painting to genre scenes, aligning with the era's popular themes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Johan Julius Exner, (30 November 1825 – 15 November 1910), Danish genre painter, was born in Copenhagen to Johann Gottlieb Exner, a Czech musician from Bohemia, who came to Denmark during the Napoleonic period, and his wife Karen…
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