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A Moments Rest, 1918 (oil on canvas)
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A Moments Rest, 1918 (oil on canvas)
823442 A Moments Rest, 1918 (oil on canvas) by Kornerup, Valdemar (1865-1924); 52x59 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Moments Rest. Valdemar Kornerup (1865-1924). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1918. 52 x 59cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Danish, out of copyright
Media ID 22741460
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1918 Accessories Arm Resting Artist Danish Artist Scandinavian Aversion Brown Hair Brunette Chest Drawers Chest Of Drawers Continental Pictures Copper Danish Art Danish Artist Dark Hair Drawers Exhaustion Female Garment Household Equipment Housewife Housework Kitchenware Leaning Leaning On Elbow Looking Away Luggage Moment Personal Accessory Repose Rest Resting Scandinavian Artist Skirt Sleepy Somnolance Somnolence Taking A Rest Tea Pot Tea Service Tea Set Teapot Teaset Tired Tired Out Tiredness Trunk Turning Away Using Hands Weary Woman Alone 19th Century Painting Accessory Ethnic Origin Interior Decoration Valdemar
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A Moment's Rest, 1918
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is a captivating oil painting by Valdemar Kornerup that captures a serene moment in time. The artwork, measuring 52x59 cm, showcases the artist's mastery of detail and composition. In this scene, we see a tired woman leaning on her elbow against a chest of drawers. Her brown hair cascades down her shoulders as she gazes away, lost in thought or perhaps seeking respite from the weariness of everyday life. The low ceiling and dim lighting create an intimate atmosphere within the room. The painting is filled with intriguing elements that provide insight into early twentieth-century domesticity. Luggage and kitchenware are scattered around the room, indicating travel or perhaps recent relocation. A tea service sits atop the chest of drawers, suggesting a brief pause for refreshment during this momentary break. Kornerup's attention to detail extends to every aspect of the composition - from the delicate metalwork on trunks to the texture of clothing draped over furniture. The artist's skillful use of color and brushstrokes brings depth and realism to each element. This artwork offers viewers a glimpse into both physical exhaustion and mental contemplation experienced by women during this era. It serves as an evocative reminder that even amidst our busy lives, it is essential to find moments for rest and reflection.
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