Who painted Still Life in White and Grey?

Still Life in White and Grey was painted by Lorenz Frølich in 1837.

Where can I see Still Life in White and Grey?

Still Life in White and Grey is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Still Life in White and Grey?

Still Life in White and Grey is associated with Biedermeier.

Artwork

Still Life in White and Grey

Lorenz Frølich , 1837

Still Life in White and Grey is an unspecified painting by the Biedermeier artist Lorenz Frølich. It dates from 1837 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1837, this work by Lorenz Frølich presents a quiet domestic arrangement rendered in a restrained palette of whites and greys. The composition centers on a large bowl, a pitcher, a glass bottle, a small box and a candlestick with a lit wick, all set against a plain, lightly paneled wall. The balanced placement and muted tones convey a sense of stillness and order.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts everyday objects—vessels and a candle—arranged symmetrically, inviting contemplation of ordinary materiality. By limiting the color range to near‑neutral hues, Frølich emphasizes form, light, and texture over narrative, suggesting a meditative focus on the quiet beauty of commonplace items.

Technique & Style

Frølich employs a smooth, controlled brushwork that captures subtle variations in surface sheen and the soft diffusion of candlelight. The limited palette heightens tonal contrast, while the precise rendering of reflective glass and polished ceramics reflects a disciplined, academic approach typical of early‑19th‑century Danish still‑life painting.

History & Provenance

The canvas entered the collection of Denmark’s National Gallery, Statens Museum for Kunst, where it remains on display. Its acquisition date is not recorded in the source, but the work has been part of the museum’s holdings since at least the early 20th century, representing Frølich’s contribution to Danish genre painting.