Thorvald Niss 1887

"Thorvald Niss" is a portrait by Danish artist Peder Severin Krøyer from 1887. The painting features a close-up of Niss, rendered in profile with a dark blue coat, red hat, and a lit cigar held in his mouth. The thick brushstrokes and impressionistic style of the painting are characteristic of Krøyer's later work. The portrait captures a moment of quiet contemplation, offering a glimpse into the life of this individual during a period of significant social and artistic change in Denmark.