Artwork
Woman with a lyre, Sapfo
Woman with a lyre, Sapfo is an unspecified painting by Lorentz Svensson Sparrgren. It dates from 1805 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Woman with a lyre, Sapfo is a painting created by Lorentz Svensson Sparrgren around 1805. It is part of the Nationalmuseum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman in a white dress with a gold band on her upper arm, holding a lyre. Her classical attire and the instrument evoke ancient Greek culture. The subject is likely inspired by Sappho, a poet from ancient Greece.
Technique & Style
The work features a serene and elegant atmosphere, with a muted brown background that highlights the figure. The woman's curly hair and dress suggest a classical influence, indicating the artist's interest in historical styles.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lorentz Svensson Sparrgren (1763–1828) was an artist, born in Gothenburg.
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