Sophia Elisabeth Brenner (1659-1730), born Weber, author, poet, married to artist Elias Brenner
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Dimensionsh x w: Mått 92 x 68,5 cm h x w: Ram 112,5 x 88,5 cm
Inventory numberNMGrh 1828
Acqusition1893 Christian Hammers Auction, Cologne, October 16-18, Cat. 137; NM storage 134; 1908 Gripsholm
Other titlesTitle (sv): Sophia Elisabeth Brenner (1659-1730), född Weber, författarinna, skald, gift med konstnär Elias Brenner Title (en): Sophia Elisabeth Brenner (1659-1730), born Weber, author, poet, married to artist Elias Brenner Label (sv): Sophie Elisabeth Weber, g. Brenner (1659–1730), skald Label (en): Sophie Elisabeth Weber, married Brenner (1659–1730), Poet
DescriptionDescription: Sophie Elisabeth Brenner was Sweden’s first female professional poet. In 1717 she wrote a poem paying homage to the artist Anna Maria Ehrenstrahl: “Although art has sometimes cost us a few hours // There is no better way to remain unforgotten”. The poem is both an expression of professional pride and a defence of the right of women to be artistically active. Martin Mijtens trained in the Netherlands, with the result that his portraits are more intimate in character.
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