Who painted The Nauwerk Family?

The Nauwerk Family was painted by Johan Christian Dahl in 1819.

Where can I see The Nauwerk Family?

The Nauwerk Family is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Nauwerk Family?

The Nauwerk Family is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of The Nauwerk Family?

Museum-quality prints of The Nauwerk Family are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Nauwerk Family

Johan Christian Dahl , 1819

The Nauwerk Family is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Johan Christian Dahl. It dates from 1819 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:across top: Die Familie Nauwerk ... 1819; lower right: Aus ... Wetter(Drawn from memory in London in the Sachsische Schweiz the 13th of June in very bad weather

About this work

Overview

The Nauwerk Family is a drawing created by Johan Christian Dahl in 1819 using pen and brown ink over graphite on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a family of six in a simple domestic setting, with various members engaged in everyday activities such as eating and reading.

Technique & Style

Executed in a loose and rapid manner, the drawing features faint lines and shading, showcasing the artist's use of pen and ink to capture the scene without relying on color.

History & Provenance

The paper bears signs of aging, with handwritten notes or a title in the corners, suggesting the drawing has been handled and stored over time.