Who painted Lignelsen om den store nadver?

Lignelsen om den store nadver was painted by Wilhelm Marstrand in 1869.

Where can I see Lignelsen om den store nadver?

Lignelsen om den store nadver is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Lignelsen om den store nadver

Lignelsen om den store nadver is an oil painting by Wilhelm Marstrand. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Lignelsen om den store nadver is a painting created by Nicolai Wilhelm Marstrand in 1869. It is an oil-on-canvas work held in the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a large gathering of people in ancient attire within a grand, pillared structure. A central table laden with food and drink is the focal point, suggesting a scene of celebration or ceremony. The varied attire of the figures and the visible cityscape in the background add depth to the scene.

Technique & Style

Marstrand's use of oil paint allows for a nuanced exploration of light and shadow, potentially employing chiaroscuro to create a sense of atmosphere. The work is characteristic of Marstrand's narrative and genre scenes, for which he became known during the Golden Age of Danish Painting.

History & Provenance

Nicolai Wilhelm Marstrand, born in Copenhagen in 1810, studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. He went on to become a prominent figure in Danish art, known for his narrative works. Lignelsen om den store nadver is part of the Statens Museum for Kunst's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Wilhelm Marstrand

Nicolai Wilhelm Marstrand (24 December 1810 – 25 March 1873), painter and illustrator, was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, to Nicolai Jacob Marstrand, instrument maker and inventor, and Petra Othilia Smith.

Museum

Statens Museum for Kunst

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