Valdemar Hjartvar Købke (1813–1893), the Artist's Brother

Christen Købke

Created:
Movement:
1843
Realism
key Notes:
Intimate Portraiture, Danish Golden Age
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Dimensions:
21 1/8 x 18 1/4 in. (53.7 x 46.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Christen Købke's "Valdemar Hjartvar Købke (1813–1893), the Artist's Brother"

The painting "Valdemar Hjartvar Købke (1813–1893), the Artist's Brother," created in 1843 by Christen Købke, is an exemplary work of Danish Golden Age portraiture. Executed in oil on canvas, the piece reflects Købke's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects with subtlety and precision. Købke, a prominent figure in 19th-century Danish art, is celebrated for his contributions to the development of a distinct national style characterized by clarity and realism. This portrait not only highlights Købke's technical skill but also offers insight into his personal life, depicting his brother with a sense of intimacy and familial connection. Købke's work, including this portrait, played a significant role in shaping the artistic landscape of Denmark during a period of cultural flourishing. His legacy endures as a testament to the artistic achievements of the Danish Golden Age.

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Valdemar Hjartvar Købke (1813–1893), the Artist's Brother

Created in 1843 by Christen Købke, this oil on canvas painting depicts the artist's brother, Valdemar Hjartvar Købke, showcasing Købke's characteristic attention to detail and subtle use of light typical of the Danish Golden Age. The portrait exemplifies Købke's skill in capturing the serene and introspective nature of his subjects, rendered with a delicate and precise brushwork.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Valdemar Hjartvar Købke (1813–1893), the Artist's Brother