David Monies - An Old Woman Knitting

Name: David Monies - An Old Woman Knitting
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David Monies (1812-1894) Denmark (Attributed)

An Old Woman Knitting

canvas dimensions 11.41 x 8.66 inches (29 x 22 cm)
framed 46 x 39 cm

Essay:
David Monies (1812-1894) was a danish artist, specializing in portrait and genre painting. His father Salomon Monies (1786-1853) was a Jewish businessman of Dutch heritage, David's early life was marked by significant hardship. The family, initially affluent, was thrust into destitution following the Danish state bankruptcy of 1813, compelling David and his siblings to assist in their father's modest cigar factory and sell their products on the streets.

Despite these early struggles, David's artistic journey commenced remarkably early. By age twelve, he was already attending classes at the esteemed Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, quickly establishing himself as a proficient portraitist. His work from the early 1830s garnered considerable acclaim and a supportive following within both professional circles and the broader artistic community. This period also took Monies into genre painting, often incorporating his artist peers into these compositions.

This portrait by Monies features an elderly woman, her head adorned with a headdress, engaged in knitting and draped in a fur shawl. This painting stands as a testament to Monies' exceptional skill in capturing the essence of his subjects with intricate detail and lifelike realism, akin to the precision of a photograph, particularly in rendering skin tones and shadows.

Monies' artistic prowess was formally recognized in 1847 when he was accepted as an "Agré" (an associate member) at the Academy, a precursor to his promotion to full membership the following year. His journey, from a challenging childhood to achieving acclaim in the art world, encapsulates a story of resilience, dedication, and unmatched artistic excellence.

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