Who painted Kunsthistorikeren Carl V. Petersen siddende?

Kunsthistorikeren Carl V. Petersen siddende was painted by Unknown in 1904.

Where can I see Kunsthistorikeren Carl V. Petersen siddende?

Kunsthistorikeren Carl V. Petersen siddende is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Kunsthistorikeren Carl V. Petersen siddende?

Kunsthistorikeren Carl V. Petersen siddende is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Kunsthistorikeren Carl V. Petersen siddende

Unknown , 1904

Kunsthistorikeren Carl V. Petersen siddende is an unspecified painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Created in 1904, the work titled Kunsthistorikeren Carl V.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1904, the work titled Kunsthistorikeren Carl V. Petersen siddende is an oil painting that resides in the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a seated figure against a muted, light‑gray backdrop, rendered in a restrained palette of whites, greys and dark trousers.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait shows the art historian Carl V. Petersen in a moment of repose: his head is tipped back, eyes closed, and his right arm rests lightly on the chair’s armrest. The relaxed expression and still posture suggest a brief pause, perhaps a private instant of contemplation or rest.

Technique & Style

The artist combines smooth, blended brushwork with areas of thicker, impasto application, creating subtle texture across the fabric and skin. Light falls gently on the figure, producing modest chiaroscuro that models the form without dramatic contrast, while the overall handling remains understated.

History & Provenance

The painting was executed by the artist identified as 163_person and entered the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it remains on display. Its acquisition date and prior ownership are not recorded in the available documentation.