Læsende ung pige 1825 - 1873

"Læsende ung pige" ("Young Girl Reading"), painted between 1825 and 1873, is a portrait by Danish artist Wilhelm Marstrand. The painting depicts a young woman in profile, seated and absorbed in her reading. Her elegant dress and the simple background create a sense of intimacy, highlighting the solitary act of reading. The painting, now in the collection of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark, is a fine example of Marstrand's skill in capturing the nuances of human expression. The composition is intimate and the style is realistic, suggesting a focus on the everyday experiences of ordinary people.