Standing male model — History & Facts
In Standing male model, Vilhelm Hammershøi presents a solitary male figure standing against a muted background. The colors are soft and subdued, with a palette dominated by grays and browns. The model's posture is relaxed yet dignified, capturing a moment of stillness.
Hammershøi's characteristic use of light adds depth to the figure, emphasizing its contours. The painting is executed in oil on canvas, a medium that allows for rich texture and detail. Hammershøi's brushwork is precise, creating a lifelike representation of the model. The dimensions are approximately 70 x 100 cm, making it a medium-sized work that invites close inspection.
Viewers can appreciate the subtle variations in color and light that define the figure. Vilhelm Hammershøi was a Danish painter known for his intimate and atmospheric works. Standing male model reflects his interest in the human form and the interplay of light and shadow. An interesting fact about this work is that it showcases Hammershøi's ability to convey emotion through simplicity, focusing on the essence of the subject rather than elaborate backgrounds.
This painting is part of a private collection, emphasizing its exclusivity.
More Artworks by Vilhelm Hammershøi

Moonlight, Strandgade 30
Vilhelm Hammershøi

Interior. The Music Room, Strandgade 30
Vilhelm Hammershøi

Amalienborg Square, Copenhagen
Vilhelm Hammershøi

From Refsnæs
Vilhelm Hammershøi

Interior with the Artist’s Easel
Vilhelm Hammershøi

Interior of Courtyard, Strandgade 30
Vilhelm Hammershøi

Søndermarken Park in winter
Vilhelm Hammershøi

From Christianshavn’s Canal, Copenhagen
Vilhelm Hammershøi

The Buildings of the Asiatic Company, seen from St. Annæ Street
Vilhelm Hammershøi

View of Christiansborg Palace. Late Autumn
Vilhelm Hammershøi






