Old World Portraits
Portrait of Bertel Thorvaldsen in his Studio
Johan Vilhelm Gertner
A masterful 19th-century portrait capturing the esteemed sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen in the quiet atmosphere of his workspace.
Bertel Thorvaldsen in his Studio
Johan Vilhelm Gertner
1840 · Paper, Oil Paint
A dignified 19th-century portrait of sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen amidst the marble works of his studio.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in 1840 by Johan Vilhelm Gertner, this portrait captures the renowned Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen in the contemplative environment of his studio. Seated in a mahogany chair and draped in a heavy, velvet-trimmed robe, Thorvaldsen is depicted with a direct gaze, flanked by his own classical sculptures that emphasize his artistic legacy and the tools of his trade.
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