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The Artist's Parents-in-Law and some of their Children, by Unknown, 1750

The Artist's Parents-in-Law and some of their Children

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

The Artist's Parents-in-Law and some of their Children 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 painting shows a group of people gathered around a table. The group consists of a man and woman, likely the parents-in-law, and several children. The scene is set in a dimly lit room with a dark background, which makes the figures stand out. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume in the painting. The contrast between light and dark adds a dramatic effect to the scene. The figures are dressed in formal attire, which suggests that the occasion is important. The painting is held at the Museum of Ethnography.

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