The Sculptor Per Hasselberg Working on The Allegory of Photography
1892
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
1892
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
This painting shows a man in a white shirt and dark pants, standing in front of a large sculpture. The sculpture depicts three figures, two of which are reclining. The man is holding a tool in his right hand and appears to be working on the sculpture. The scene is set against a light-colored background, which suggests that the man is working in a studio or workshop. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet concentration, as the man is focused on his work. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Paul Émile Félix Raissiguier.
