Wilhelm Marstrand

Vilhelm Nikolaj Marstrand (December 24, 1810-March 25, 1873), painter and illustrator, was born in Copenhagen, Denmark to Nicolai Jacob Marstrand, mechanic and inventor, and Petra Ottilia Smith. Marstrand is one of the best known artists belonging to the Golden Age of Danish Painting.

The results of a fruitful life

Marstrand, in his lifetime, was proclaimed one of the greatest Danish artists ever. He was extremely productive, and mastered a number of genres. He was best known for the scenes of daily life in Copenhagen that he painted in his younger days, for the Italian festivities he portrayed, and from 1830 on the many portraits of Copenhagen's middle class and influential, and the larger commissioned pieces for the University and the monarchy. After his death his work became less valued due to the fact that its style was deemed unfashionable, but there has been renewed appreciation for his work.

Related Topics:
1830 - Portraits - Middle class

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