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Elise Ljungman, m. Paint Manufacturer and the Director of an Orphanage Signeul in Uddevalla, by Alexis Wetterbergh, oil, 1847

Elise Ljungman, m. Paint Manufacturer and the Director of an Orphanage Signeul in Uddevalla

Alexis Wetterbergh

1847

oil

canvas

From the collection of Nationalmuseum

Dominant colour

Overview

Elise Ljungman, m. Paint Manufacturer and the Director of an Orphanage Signeul in Uddevalla is a 1847 oil by Alexis Wetterbergh, held at Nationalmuseum.

Who painted this?
Alexis Wetterbergh
When & what style?
1847
Where can I see it?
Nationalmuseum

About this work

This portrait depicts a woman with dark hair styled in an updo, wearing a black dress with a white collar and a gold necklace. Her gaze is directed to the right side of the painting. The subject's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal or professional setting, possibly related to her role as the director of an orphanage. The artist's use of oil paint adds depth and texture to the image. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, explore the works of Alexis Wetterbergh.

About the artist

Portrait of Alexis Wetterbergh
Artist

Alexis Wetterbergh

Alexis Wetterbergh (1816–1872) was an artist, born in Jönköpings Kristina församling.

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