Professor i zoologi, Japetus Steenstrup holder foredrag

1895

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Professor i zoologi, Japetus Steenstrup holder foredrag is a 1895 by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1895 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows an older man in a dark suit, standing near a group of people. He’s holding something in his right hand, maybe notes or a small object, and his left hand rests on his chest. Behind him, two people—one with a blurred face—look toward him. The lighting is dim, with a greenish glow on the right side. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, giving the scene a lively but slightly rough feel. The artist focused on everyday moments, not polished perfection. Check out chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create drama in paintings.