Studie af en ung kvinde (Oline Købke) 1853 - 1857

Constantin Hansen’s “Studie af en ung kvinde (Oline Købke)” is a striking oil painting on canvas, depicting a young woman named Oline Købke in a contemplative pose. Executed in a realist style, the artwork emphasizes the subject's simple elegance, with soft lighting and a muted color palette highlighting the intricate details of her dress and the delicate folds of her veil. The composition is both intimate and dramatic, capturing a moment of introspection that resonates with viewers. The painting, completed between 1853 and 1857, is currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark, a testament to Hansen's contributions to the Danish Golden Age of painting.