Portrait of Emilie Krohn, née Købke, the Artist´s Sister-in-Law 1836 - 1840

Christen Købke's "Portrait of Emilie Krohn, née Købke, the Artist's Sister-in-Law" is a realist oil painting on canvas from 1836-1840. The painting, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts Købke's sister-in-law, Emilie Krohn, in a simple yet refined manner. Her gaze is direct and composed, highlighted by a delicate lace collar and a dark, patterned bow. The painting is a testament to Købke's masterful handling of light and shadow, capturing Emilie's features with precision and a subtle sense of depth. The painting is characteristic of the Danish Golden Age and serves as a fine example of Købke's portraiture.