Self-Portrait. The Cottage Spurveskjul
Oil On Canvas- WallArt
- Symbolist Interior
1911
126.0 x 149.0 cm
Statens Museum For Kunst
Vilhelm Hammershøi, a prominent Danish artist, is renowned for his captivating and serene interior paintings. One of his notable works is Self-Portrait. The Cottage Spurveskjul, created in 1911. This oil-on-canvas masterpiece measures 126 x 149 cm and is currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst (Copenhagen, Denmark).
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Artistic Style and Influences
Vilhelm Hammershøi's artistic style is characterized by his use of muted colors and emphasis on light and shadow. His works often feature everyday scenes, such as interiors and landscapes, which are imbued with a sense of tranquility and contemplation. Hammershøi's unique style has been influenced by the Danish Golden Age of painting, as well as the works of other notable artists, including Johan Frederik (Frits) Nikolai Vermehren.Notable Works and Collections
Some of Vilhelm Hammershøi's notable works include Interior from Strandgade with Sunlight on the Floor, St. Peter's Church, Copenhagen, and Interior, Young Woman seen from Behind. These paintings are part of the collections at the Statens Museum for Kunst (Copenhagen, Denmark) and the Randers Kunstmuseum (Randers, Denmark). You can explore more of Hammershøi's works on Mus3ums.com.- Handmade oil painting reproductions of Vilhelm Hammershøi's works are available on Mus3ums.com, allowing art enthusiasts to own a piece of Danish art history.
- The Hirschsprung Collection, located in Copenhagen, Denmark, is a museum dedicated to Danish art from the 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring works by Vilhelm Hammershøi and other notable artists.
Discover the beauty of Danish art and the unique style of Vilhelm Hammershøi on Wikipedia.
vilhelm (hammershøi)hammershoi (1864 – 1916)
Explore the serene & enigmatic paintings of Vilhelm Hammershøi (1864-1916), a Danish master of interiors, landscapes, and portraits. Discover his muted palette, atmospheric perspective, and influence on modern art.
Statens Museum For Kunst (Copenhagen, Denmark)
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About this artwork
- Title: Self-Portrait. The Cottage Spurveskjul
- Artist: vilhelm (hammershøi)hammershoi
- Year: 1911
- Original dimensions: 126.0 x 149.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Statens Museum For Kunst
- Movement: Symbolist Interior
- Medium: Oil On Canvas
- Creative period: Mature Period
Quick Facts
- Title: Self-Portrait. The Cottage Spurveskjul
- Subject or theme: Self-portrait; domestic scene
- Dimensions: 126 x 149 cm
- Notable elements or techniques: Light and shadow; muted colors
- Medium: Oil on canvas
- Movement: Symbolism
- Location: Statens Museum for Kunst (Copenhagen, Denmark)
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