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Peter Ilsted
Interiør Fra Liselund (Interior from Liselund)
1917

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Peter Ilsted's "Dining Room at Liselund Manor" from 1917 is not only a remarkable illustration of the Copenhagen Interior School's aesthetic but also a profound exploration of the concept of time. The painting is suffused with the quiet beauty characteristic of this Danish art movement, which emphasized serene domestic scenes with subtle colors and a sense of orderliness in everyday life. Alongside artists like Wilhelm Hammershøi and Carl Holsøe, Ilsted brought these "Sunshine and Silent Rooms" to life, focusing on the intimate and contemplative aspects of interior spaces. What sets this painting apart is its ability to lead viewers into questioning the very notion of time. Its composition is carefully orchestrated, with light streaming diagonally across the room from the window, tracing a path from the bust down to the floor on the opposite side to the empty chair. This illumination highlights everyday objects—a selection of biscuits and tea atop the table—and invites viewers to ponder whether they are witnessing a moment before an event or after it has occurred. The empty chair and set table suggest a narrative that is both unfolding and already concluded. It implies that someone is about to enter through the glass door, about to partake in the simple comfort of tea and biscuits, or that a presence has just departed, leaving behind remnants and silence. This ambiguity places the viewer in a fascinating paradox: is this scene a reflection of the future or a remnant of the past? This duality artfully suspends time within the painting, making it impossible to definitively determine if time has passed or if it is about to unfold. Ultimately, Ilsted's painting invites the viewer to engage with their own perception of presence, as the painting's own 'present' cannot be easily defined by either past or future events. It is an invitation to reflect on the nature of existence and temporality, as viewers find themselves contemplating their own temporal reality. In capturing this essence, "Dining Room at Liselund Manor" transcends its role as a mere visual representation, becoming a poignant meditation on the fluidity of time and the interplay between memory and anticipation. I believe this painting by Ilsted, despite being created after Hammershøi's death in 1917, is so stylistically similar that, without the date and signature, it could easily be attributed to either artist. These intertwined artistic paths underscore the profound connection between Ilsted and Hammershøi. Even though they maintained individual voices, their shared motifs and artistic values sometimes blur the lines of authorship for those unfamiliar with their respective sensitivities. This, in many ways, celebrates the essence of their art movement, where personal expressions converge into a collective reflection on the timeless nature of interiors and the human experience.

Creator:
Peter Ilsted (1861 - 1933, Danish)
Creation Year:
1917
Dimensions:
Height: 20.25 in (51.44 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
More Editions & Sizes:
UniquePrice: $70,000
Medium:
Canvas,Oil
Movement & Style:
Post-Impressionist
Period:
1910-1919
Framing:
Framing Options Available
Condition:
No sign of in painting. Old varnished removed and replaced in 2022.
Gallery Location:
New York, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2836215727332

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