InteriorVilhelm (Hammershøi)Hammershoi · 1898
Realism
1898
Nationalmuseum
Vilhelm (Hammershøi)Hammershoi (1864 – 1916)
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About this artwork
- Title: Interior
- Artist: Vilhelm (Hammershøi)Hammershoi
- Year: 1898
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Nationalmuseum
- Movement: Realism
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: muted color palette, geometric composition, hammershøi paintings
- Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
Questions & Answers
What national origin stands behind the Realism of "Interior"?
"Interior" connects the Realism movement with Denmark through its creator's birthplace.
Is "Interior" held in the country of its creator?
No - the artwork is kept abroad. "Interior" is held in Sweden, while Vilhelm (Hammershøi)Hammershoi was born in Denmark.
How does "Interior" fit into Vilhelm (Hammershøi)Hammershoi's themes and style?
Within Vilhelm (Hammershøi)Hammershoi's output, "Interior" sits in the Realism style, alongside the themes of recurring interior themes, exploration of solitude, refined color palette, realism, impressionistic light, symbolist atmosphere, quietude, domestic life.