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The Scene-Painter Troels Lund

Unknown

1836

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

The Scene-Painter Troels Lund is a 1836 by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1836 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a man in a dark coat, white cravat, and a red hat. He holds a long brush or tool in his right hand. His face is serious, with light falling on his left cheek. The painting’s dark background and bright highlights on his face suggest a focus on light and shadow. This style was common in portraits of the time. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists used light and dark for dramatic effect.