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Marie Krafft at the desk, 1830. Creator: Johann Peter Krafft
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Marie Krafft at the desk, 1830. Creator: Johann Peter Krafft
Marie Krafft at the desk, 1830
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1830s Art Movement Artists Family Artists Model Austrian Gallery Belvedere Belvedere Biedermeier Biedermeier Period Biedermeier Realism Classicism Desk Gouache On Paper Hat Stand Hatstand Johann Peter Krafft Krafft Johann Peter Looking Out Model Open Window Peter Krafft Realist Scrutoire Studies Style Wooden Floor Writing Desk Artistic Movement Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Realism
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Marie Krafft at the Desk, 1830
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is a captivating gouache on paper painting by the renowned Austrian artist Johann Peter Krafft. This masterpiece, created during the Biedermeier period of the 1830s, showcases the artist's exceptional skill in capturing the essence of everyday life with a touch of realism and classicism. The painting depicts Marie Krafft, the artist's wife and frequent model, seated at a wooden desk near an open window. She is dressed in the fashionable clothing of the time, with a high-waisted, full-skirted dress and a simple, white apron. A colorful hat stands beside her, adding a pop of vibrancy to the muted palette of the room. The scene is set in a cozy, intimate space, with a scrutinore (a type of writing desk) and a window revealing a picturesque view of the outdoors. Marie looks out of the window, lost in thought, while her gaze is interrupted by the viewer's intrusion. The wooden floor and simple furniture add to the understated elegance of the scene, reflecting the Biedermeier style's emphasis on domesticity and the beauty of the ordinary. This painting is a testament to Krafft's ability to capture the essence of his subjects and their surroundings with remarkable detail and sensitivity. It is a valuable addition to the Belvedere Museum's collection and a significant representation of the Biedermeier realism movement in Austrian art. The painting's enduring appeal lies in its ability to transport the viewer to a bygone era, inviting us to appreciate the simple pleasures of everyday life.
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