Artwork
Standing Female Nude
Standing Female Nude is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Vilhelm Hammershøi. It dates from 1909 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Standing Female Nude, created in 1909 by Danish painter Vilhelm Hammershøi, is an oil painting characterized by its serene and contemplative depiction of a nude figure.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a female nude in a thoughtful pose, her face blurred and body angled to the right, with a draped fabric nearby. This composition conveys a sense of quiet introspection, focusing attention on the subject's inner state.
Technique & Style
Hammershøi employs chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, while a muted, monochromatic background emphasizes the subject's form and texture, reflecting the artist's restrained and atmospheric approach.
History & Provenance
Standing Female Nude is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst, though its specific exhibition or acquisition history is not detailed here.
Artist & collection
Artist
Vilhelm Hammershøi (), often anglicised as Vilhelm Hammershoi (15 May 1864 – 13 February 1916), was a Danish painter.
