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A meeting (Albertine), 1885 (oil on canvas)
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A meeting (Albertine), 1885 (oil on canvas)
OVR390559 A meeting (Albertine), 1885 (oil on canvas) by Krohg, Christian (1852-1925); 61.5x50.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering
Media ID 24683996
© O. Vaering / Bridgeman Images
Affluent Awkward Contrast Corridor Gipsy Gypsy Hands On Hips Headscarf Hostile Inferior Landlady Landlord Meek Narrative Status Stern Superior Tenant Tense Wealthy Confrontational
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1885, where Christian Krohg's oil on canvas masterpiece "A Meeting (Albertine)" comes to life. The painting depicts a powerful narrative set in an interior space, filled with contrasting emotions and social dynamics. The focal point of the image is Albertine, a gypsy woman wearing a headscarf, standing opposite her landlord. Their encounter is tense and confrontational as they face each other with hands on hips. The landlady exudes sternness and superiority while Albertine appears meek and inferior in comparison. The composition cleverly captures the stark contrast between wealth and poverty. The affluent surroundings of the corridor hint at the landlord's status, while Albertine's humble appearance emphasizes her poor background. This meeting encapsulates a hostile atmosphere as these two individuals from different social classes collide. It raises questions about power dynamics and societal divisions prevalent during that era. Krohg's masterful brushwork brings out every detail of this thought-provoking scene. Through his skillful portrayal of body language and facial expressions, he invites us to delve into their complex relationship further. As we gaze upon this remarkable print by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded of how art can capture not only beauty but also profound human experiences that transcend time.
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