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Scandinavian School
'Portrait of a Young Woman', Gold Earring, Silk Scarf

Circa 1910

About the Item

Scandinavian School, early twentieth century. Inscribed, verso, on stretcher bar, 'Anna Ancher' with indistinct inscription and painted circa 1910. A psychologically-penetrating portrait of a young woman shown in profile, wearing a gold earring and a polychrome silk headscarf, and contrasted against a variegated jade background; an exceptionally lovely figural study filled with character and humor and painted by trained and skilled hand.
  • Creator:
    Scandinavian School (Scandinavian)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1910
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.25 in (51.44 cm)Width: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    canvas laid down on masonite; restoration, minor losses, craquelure; unframed; shows well.
  • Gallery Location:
    Santa Cruz, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU34412068312
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