A Schoolmaster Reading Aloud a Letter to an Old Couple from Their Son Abroad

1835

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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A Schoolmaster Reading Aloud a Letter to an Old Couple from Their Son Abroad is a 1835 by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1835 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This photo shows three people in a dim room. A man in glasses stands reading a letter, holding it open with both hands. An older couple sits in front of him—the woman wears a white cap and a warm brown dress, while the man grips his hands together. The lighting is soft, focusing on their faces. The scene feels quiet and personal, like a private moment shared between strangers. The letter might hold news from afar, judging by the couple’s attention. Want to know more? Check out Romanticism.