The Waagepetersen Family
1830
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1830
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This room looks like a cozy home from long ago. A woman in a dark blue dress stands near a wooden cabinet, holding a baby. A man in a blue coat and plaid pants sits at a desk, also holding a child. The walls are bright green, with framed pictures and a bust on a shelf. A chandelier hangs above, and sunlight streams through a doorway. The woman’s dress has layers of ruffles, and the man’s plaid pants are tucked into boots. The floor has a patterned design, and books line the desk. The room feels lived-in, with everyday objects like a globe and a cat curled up nearby. Next, check out Romanticism to see how this style shaped family portraits.
