Blomstermaleren J.L. Jensen 1840 - 1844

This is a 49.5 cm high marble bust made by Christen Christensen portraying Blomstermaleren J.L. Jensen. The sculpture embodies a sense of serene observation, an effect achieved primarily through its formal structure. Christensen's choice of marble as a medium allows for a smooth surface, emphasizing the play of light and shadow across the contours of the face and hair. The composition focuses on the head and upper torso, framed within a classical bust form that suggests stability and permanence. Note how the curls and the beard create a naturalistic texture, contrasting with the smoother planes of the face and neck. These stylistic choices invoke a Neoclassical aesthetic, highlighting the sitter's intellectual character through its formal restraint. The sculpture, in its structure and form, embodies a quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to engage with the sitter's likeness. It offers insight into the subject's persona, highlighting the interplay between naturalism and idealized form.