Over midnat 1894

"Over Midnat" (1894) by Danish artist Valdemar Irminger is a captivating oil painting depicting a scene of intimacy and quiet contemplation. The painting showcases the artist's mastery of chiaroscuro, with the figures bathed in a soft, warm light emanating from a lamp on a nearby table. The composition draws the viewer's eye to the woman's gentle touch on the man's shoulder, hinting at a tender connection between them. The scene, set in a dimly lit room, evokes a sense of privacy and quietude, inviting the viewer to ponder the unspoken emotions shared between the subjects. The painting is currently on display at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.