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Interior, Artificial Light, 1909 (oil on canvas)
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Interior, Artificial Light, 1909 (oil on canvas)
8710155 Interior, Artificial Light, 1909 (oil on canvas) by Hammershoi, Vilhelm (1864-1916); Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen, Denmark; (add.info.: By Vilhelm Hammershoi)
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This oil painting by Vilhelm Hammershoi transports us back to the year 1909, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation in an interior space illuminated by artificial light. The soft glow of candles casts gentle shadows across the room, creating a sense of intimacy and warmth.
Hammershoi's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this composition - from the carefully arranged furniture to the subtle play of light and shadow. The artist's use of color is masterful, with rich earth tones lending a sense of depth and texture to the scene.
As we gaze upon this painting, we are invited to step into a world that feels both familiar and mysterious. The stillness of the room suggests that it has been recently occupied, yet there are no figures present to give us clues about who might have been here before us.
Intriguingly ambiguous, Hammershoi's Interior, Artificial Light invites us to ponder questions about memory, presence, and absence. It is a work that rewards close observation, revealing new details each time we return to it.
Displayed in the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark, this painting serves as a testament to Hammershoi's enduring legacy as one of Scandinavia's most celebrated artists.
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