The Artist's Family Making Music Together 1728 - 1732

Balthasar Denner's "The Artist's Family Making Music Together" (1728 - 1732) is a captivating portrayal of a domestic scene featuring the artist and his family. The painting depicts a harmonious gathering, with the family members engaged in musical activity. The artist, dressed in a grey coat, is shown playing a violin. Denner's meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of the family's attire and expressions, reflects the realism characteristic of his work. This masterpiece, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Denner's mastery of portraiture and his ability to capture the warmth and intimacy of family life.