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The View of the Plaster Cast Collection at Charlottenborg Palace, 1830 (oil on canvas)
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The View of the Plaster Cast Collection at Charlottenborg Palace, 1830 (oil on canvas)
8710139 The View of the Plaster Cast Collection at Charlottenborg Palace, 1830 (oil on canvas) by Kobke, Christen Schjellerup (1810-48); Hirschsprung Collection, Copenhagen, Denmark; (add.info.: By Christen Kobke
Antiquity played a key role in the curriculum of the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. In this work, Kobke captures a moment in the every-day life of the Academy: a guardian cleans the base of a plaster in the great hall of ancient casts in Charlottenborg. The plaster works served as models for students.)
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This stunning oil on canvas painting by Christen Schjellerup Kobke transports us back to 1830, capturing a moment in the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. The scene depicts a guardian meticulously cleaning the base of a plaster cast in the grand hall of ancient casts at Charlottenborg Palace.
The plaster works showcased in this painting were essential tools for art students, serving as models for their studies. Kobke's attention to detail and mastery of color brings this everyday moment to life, highlighting the importance of antiquity in artistic education during that time period.
As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are transported into the world of 19th century Copenhagen, where art and academia intersected within the walls of Charlottenborg Palace. The man depicted diligently cleaning the sculpture reminds us of the dedication and discipline required to master one's craft.
This painting from the Hirschsprung Collection in Denmark is not just a beautiful piece of art; it is also a window into a bygone era when artists honed their skills through studying classical forms and techniques. It serves as a reminder of the timeless value placed on tradition and craftsmanship in the pursuit of artistic excellence.
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