The Artist’s Father, Wife, Son and Foster Son
1834
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From the collection of Nationalmuseum
1834
unspecified
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
This painting depicts a family of four, arranged in two rows. The top row features a woman wearing a white bonnet with green ribbons and a red dress, alongside a man dressed in a black suit with a white shirt and yellow bow tie. The bottom row consists of two boys, one wearing a green shirt and the other a black jacket with a white shirt and yellow bow tie. The family is set against a dark brown background, which provides a subtle contrast to their attire. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes a sense of formality and elegance. The Artist’s Father, Wife, Son and Foster Son is a portrait that invites viewers to explore the lives of this family. To delve deeper into the world of family portraiture, consider exploring the works of artist Emil Bærentzen.
