Artwork

Luncheon on the Grass

Luncheon on the Grass, by Vilhelm Lundstrøm, oil, 1920
Luncheon on the Grass, by Vilhelm Lundstrøm, oil, 1920

Luncheon on the Grass is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Vilhelm Lundstrøm. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Luncheon on the Grass is a 1920 painting by Vilhelm Lundstrøm, executed on canvas. It is part of the collection at the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts three figures: a nude woman with her hands raised to her face, flanked by two men in dark clothing. The somber color palette and introspective mood suggest a contemplative atmosphere, with the figures lost in thought.

Technique & Style

Luncheon on the Grass features loose, expressive brushstrokes that convey a sense of movement and energy. The contrast between the deep green background and the warm tones of the figures' skin adds depth to the composition.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Vilhelm Lundstrøm

Artist

Vilhelm Lundstrøm

Vilhelm Lundstrøm (26 May 1893 – 9 May 1950) was a Danish modernist painter. He was a central figure in early Danish experimental art and introduced French cubism to Denmark.