Artwork
En sommerklædt dame i et lysthus
En sommerklædt dame i et lysthus is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Poul Simon Christiansen. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
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Overview
En sommerklædt dame i et lysthus, painted in 1896 by Danish artist Poul Simon Christiansen, is an oil-on-canvas work characterized by its adherence to Colourist principles, with influences from Impressionism.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a solitary female figure, dressed for warm weather, situated within the confines of a gazebo, evoking a serene, intimate atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Christiansen's execution reflects the Colourist style, influenced by Zahrtmann, Gauguin, and Van Gogh, blending vibrant, expressive brushwork with the light-capturing essence of Impressionism.
History & Provenance
Created in 1896, the work is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst, highlighting its recognized value within Danish artistic heritage.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Poul Simon Christiansen, frequently referred to as Poul S. Christiansen (20 October 1855, Rolfsted, Funen – 14 November 1933, Copenhagen) was a Danish painter who developed a Colourist style under Kristian Zahrtmann and…
