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Interior with mother and daughter at the window, by Ludvig August Smith, oil, 1853

Interior with mother and daughter at the window

Ludvig August Smith

1853

oil

canvas

From the collection of Nationalmuseum

Dominant colour

Overview

Interior with mother and daughter at the window is a 1853 oil by Ludvig August Smith, a Biedermeier work, held at Nationalmuseum.

Who painted this?
Ludvig August Smith
When & what style?
1853 · Biedermeier
Where can I see it?
Nationalmuseum

About this work

The painting features a woman and a young girl standing at a window, gazing out into the distance. The woman is dressed in a long, dark-colored dress with a white collar, while the girl wears a white dress with red sleeves. The room is decorated with plants and a birdcage, adding a touch of warmth and coziness to the scene. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the figures at the window. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the mother and daughter. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the work of Ludvig August Smith.

About the artist

Portrait of Ludvig August Smith
Artist

Ludvig August Smith

Ludvig August Smith (22 November 1820 – 12 November 1906) was a Danish painter, specialising in genre painting but also producing portraits and history paintings.

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