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The Winther Family, by Emil Bærentzen, oil, 1827

The Winther Family

Emil Bærentzen

1827

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

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Overview

The Winther Family is a 1827 oil by Emil Bærentzen, a Biedermeier work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?
Emil Bærentzen
When & what style?
1827 · Biedermeier
Where can I see it?
National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This painting shows a family of five people and a dog in a room. The family is dressed in old-fashioned clothes. The room has a fancy ceiling, a large window, and a doorway. A quiet detail is the dog, which is looking at the floor. The dog seems to be sniffing something. You might also like to check out the work of artist Emil Bærentzen.

About the artist

Portrait of Emil Bærentzen
Artist

Emil Bærentzen

Emilius Ditlev Bærentzen, usually known as Emil Bærentzen (30 October 1799 – 14 February 1868) was a Danish portrait painter and lithographer, active during the Golden Age of Danish Painting. He founded Em. Bærentzen & Co.

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