Knud Sinding, Kitchen Interior With Mother And Child

This charming early-20th-century oil painting by Danish artist Knud Sinding (1898-1947) depicts a kitchen interior with mother and child.

A gentle breeze passes through the kitchen window. The room partially illuminated by a crisp glow. Looking down, she washes dishes, occasionally glancing above the voile towards a resplendent garden in bloom. Her child scuttles and chatters within a sturdy wooden walker.

Sinding had two passions - Italy and his family. Here, in around 1912, he’s probably depicting his wife, Mia, and child - possibly Eva. Later in life, his walls would be adorned with paintings of his children.

Monogrammed in the lower right and held within a period frame, which is probably original.

Medium: Oil on canvas
Overall size: 30” x 30” / 76cm x 76cm
Year of creation: c. 1912
Labels & Inscriptions: Gallery stamp from Anton Hansens Kunsthandel along with a further exhibition label. Monogrammed ‘A H’ presumably by Anton Hansen. O.H. Olsen framer’s stamp.
Provenance: Anton Hansens Kunsthandel, Denmark / Private collection, Denmark.
Condition: Artwork presents well. Fine craquelure but the paint is stable. Frame with some light wear.
Artist’s auction maximum: £2,690
Our reference: BRV1390