Low Church Devotion (1852)
Adolph Tidemand · 1852
Why it's great
Another version of Tidemand's scene of a farmhouse prayer gathering, with a dim room, simple clothing and serious faces. Tidemand painted several versions because the first was so popular. The soft light on the faces and the quiet atmosphere are moving. It's a picture of faith in Norwegian rural life.
Where to see it
📍 National Museum of Art, Architecture and DesignOslo, Norway
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Three places to look for a print of this painting, from budget to museum-grade:
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Adolph Tidemand was born in Mandal, Norway, and trained in Copenhagen and Düsseldorf. He lived much of his life in Germany and Norway, painting scenes of Norwegian farmers and folk traditions. He helped create the image of Norwegian national identity in the 1800s. He died in Christiania in 1876.
