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Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg

Art Appreciation

Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg, considered the Father of Danish painting, is best known for his portraits of Copenhagen's middle class. 

His paintings and teachings influenced painters during the first half of the 19th century, known as the Danish Golden Age.

Interestingly, in his teachings, he suggested ignoring defects so that perfection can be fulfilled.  Similar to how photographers today photoshop to remove unwanted blemishes.

⊙⊙⊙ That's when the mirror become inaccessible ©
Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg Femme à sa toilette, 1841

Sources: http://www.answers.com/topic/eckersberg-christoffer-vilhelm; http://www.nga.gov/exhibitions/eckersberginfo.shtm; Wikipedia

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