The Painter Agnes Paulsen, the Artist's Sister 1881 - 1882

"The Painter Agnes Paulsen, the Artist's Sister" is a portrait by Julius Paulsen, painted in 1881–1882. The painting is a striking example of the artist's use of brushstrokes and light to create a realistic depiction of his sister. The work, held at the Statens Museum for Kunst, is a study in contrasts, showcasing Agnes's quiet elegance with the use of a dark background and a single, powerful light source. The painting captures Agnes standing, turned away from the viewer, with her back slightly bent, creating a sense of contemplative solitude.