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The Pearl-necklace

Charles Chaplin (1825 - 1891)

Artist/Maker

DatesMade: Made 1870s

Material / Technique

Oil on canvas

Dimensionsh x w: Mått 103,5 x 76 cm

Inventory numberNM 2783

AcqusitionBequest 1930 Christina Nilsson

Other titlesTitle (sv): Pärlhalsbandet Title (en): The Pearl-necklace

DescriptionDescription: The half-naked woman sits in front of a mirror and hesitantly tries on a pearl necklace. The three-dimensioned figure and the meticulous painting of fabrics, were typical of the classic academic traditions of the day. Chaplin was famous for his erotic and objectifying female portraits, bought by the aristocracy and the financial elite of the time. Like many salon artists, he was influenced by the late 18th century portraits and genre painting.

Motif categoryPortrait

Collection

MaterialOil paint, Duk

TechniquePainting

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