Woman seen from the Back (1888)

Technique: Giclée quality print
Recommended by our customers
Size
Finishing (pick one!)

More about this artwork

"Woman seen from the Back" (1888) is a captivating painting by the Danish artist Vilhelm Hammershøi, known for his serene and introspective depictions of interiors and figures. This artwork is a beautiful example of Hammershøi's subtle yet profound style, characterized by soft tones and a quiet, mysterious atmosphere.The painting portrays a woman standing with her back to the viewer, positioned slightly off-center, against an expansive, softly lit wall. The subdued color palette, primarily shades of black, white, and grey, enhances the painting's contemplative quality. Her attire is simple and modest, consisting of a dark blouse and a long, flowing skirt cinched at the waist. A delicate white apron adds a gentle contrast to the darker clothes.The woman's position and the lack of visible features invite viewers to ponder her thoughts and emotions, emphasizing a sense of solitude and inward reflection. The minimalistic setting, featuring only the hint of a wooden table and what might be a chair, focuses attention on the figure herself, making her the silent protagonist of an untold story. This masterful use of composition and light exemplifies Hammershøi's talent for imbuing ordinary scenes with profound emotional depth and tranquility.

Delivery

Reproductions are made to order and take 5 to 7 working days.

We send them out by courier and delivery takes another two working days.

If you need a reproduction sooner, please contact us - we can usually find a solution and produce it a little faster.

If you don't want to pay for postage, you can pick up your paintings at our galleries in Kaunas or Vilnius.

Returns

Yes, reproductions can be returned.

If you have any doubts more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please contact us - we will take the reproduction back for a refund or offer you a replacement!

We accept a maximum of two returns per customer - please note that we make reproductions to order, so please choose responsibly.

We do not refund shipping expenses.

Vilhelm Hammershøi, often spelled Vilhelm Hammershoi in English, was a Danish painter. He is known for his poetic, subdued portraits and interiors.

Vilhelm Hammershøi was born in 1864. Copenhagen, Denmark. The son of a wealthy merchant Christian Hammershøi and his wife Frederikke (née Rentzmann), Hammershøi studied drawing from the age of eight with Niels Christian Kierkegaard and Holger Grønvold, as well as painting with Vilhelm Kyhn.