Eftermiddagste i kunstnerens atelier 1867 - 1926

Bertha Wegmann made this drawing titled "Afternoon Tea in the Artist's Studio" with pencil on paper. As a woman artist in the late 19th century, Wegmann navigated a male-dominated art world. This intimate scene provides insight into her personal and professional life. The gathering of figures around the table suggests a space of community and intellectual exchange. Wegmann, who never married, cultivated a vibrant social circle of fellow artists. Note how Wegmann challenges conventional gender roles by depicting herself in a professional setting. The inclusion of other women artists in the scene further emphasizes a shared experience of creativity and camaraderie. By portraying these women as active participants in the art world, Wegmann challenges traditional representations of women as passive muses or domestic figures. Wegmann provides an alternative narrative, one that celebrates the contributions of women to the arts. It's a celebration of community, creativity, and the breaking down of barriers in a world that often tried to keep women out.