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En kokkepige med en slev i hånden, by Unknown, 1750

En kokkepige med en slev i hånden

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Overview

En kokkepige med en slev i hånden is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1750
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white photo shows a woman in old-fashioned clothes, standing in what looks like a kitchen. She’s wearing a white cap, a loose dress, and an apron. In one hand, she holds a wooden spoon, and in the other, a small bundle tied with string. Behind her, shelves hold pots, pans, and a string of onions. The photo feels like a snapshot of everyday life, not a posed portrait. The lighting is simple, with shadows on her face and clothes. If you like this style, look up *chiaroscuro* next.

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