This charming early 20th-century oil painting by Danish artist Adolf Heinrich-Hansen (1859-1925) depicts a beautiful interior with a girl arranging flowers.
The crisp light of a Spring morning cascades through a tall window adorned with flora. The air is still, silent aside from the gentle rhythm of a Gustavian Mora Clock. And there, lost within decorative blooms, a young lady arranges tulips, which perfectly complement the home.
Heinrich-Hansen was a master of quiet interiors. His polished portrayals celebrate the elegance of luxurious furnishings, while also conveying a sense of humility within affluent families.
Signed/dated lower right and held within a coved gilt frame.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Overall size: 23½” x 25½” / 59cm x 65cm
Year of creation: c. 1920
Provenance: Private collection, Denmark.
Condition: Artwork presents well. Frame with some light wear.
Artist’s auction maximum: £10,168
Adolf Heinrich-Hansen was a Danish artist predominantly known for his exquisite portrayals of decorative interiors. Later in his career, he also became a proficient animal painter. He trained at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and his works are held in numerous public collections including the Aarhus Kunstmuseum.
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