Josef Theodor Hansen, Nocturnal Study Of A Mosque By A Coastline

Josef Theodor Hansen, Nocturnal Study Of A Mosque By A CoastlineThis atmospheric early 20th century oil study by eminent Danish artist Josef Theodor Hansen (1848 1912) depicts a substantial coastal mosque lit by the moon. Hansen was one of the finest architectural artists of his generation, producing an array of exquisitely detailed works, which capture the splendour of historic European buildings. Working predominantly in Italy, his skilful brushwork achieves near photographic precision and his oeuvre is one of

he worked in various European cities as a decorative painter and maintained a keen sense of adventure throughout his life

has captured the expression of a kind and gentle woman

this piece could look wonderful in the right setting

He’s predominantly known for his portraits - one of which is held at the Museum of Aalborg

Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 19½” x 18” / 49cm x 46cmYear of creation: c

It’s been rendered sublimely with deft impressionistic brushwork and a masterful eye for colour

He loved these views

picnicking in their favourite spot

Generally very good

he gave way to impressionism

An enigmatic early 20th-century oil on canvas depicting a man standing before a bench by Danish artist

The portrait is signed in the lower right and held within a frame that could be its original