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Infancy. From the series: The Four Ages of Man, by Unknown, 1842

Infancy. From the series: The Four Ages of Man

Unknown

1842

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Infancy. From the series: The Four Ages of Man is a 1842 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1842
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This photo shows a woman in a headscarf holding a baby, sitting on a decorated boat. Behind them, two winged children play near a tall tree. The scene looks like a peaceful garden with flowers and hills in the distance. The woman’s calm face contrasts with the playful kids, who seem untouched by time. The boat’s ornate trim suggests a story beyond what’s shown. Look up chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create mood in art.

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