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Portrait of a Young Fisher Boy from Capri
Christen Købke
1839 · Paper
A tender and luminous 19th-century portrait of a young fisherman on the island of Capri.
$243
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence in a warmer tonal register — sits quietly within a room.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Bedroom · Study
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Best with clear wall contrast
- Color notes
- Soft white, Rich brown, Terracotta clay
About the piece
Painted in 1839 by Danish Golden Age master Christen Købke, this intimate portrait captures a young fisher boy against the rocky shores of Capri. The work exemplifies Købke's masterful handling of light and his ability to imbue everyday subjects with a sense of dignity and warm humanity.
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