Home > Fine Art Finder > Artists > Johann Martin Gensler
The Letter, 1869 (oil on canvas)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
The Letter, 1869 (oil on canvas)
XKH234228 The Letter, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Gensler, Johann Martin (1811-81); 82x113 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright
Media ID 12767490
© www.bridgemanart.com
Hearth Kettle Listening News Spinning Wheel
The Letter, 1869
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating oil painting by Johann Martin Gensler that beautifully captures a moment of intimate communication within a domestic setting. The scene depicts an interior space where a family gathers around the hearth, engaged in various activities while eagerly awaiting news from afar. In the foreground, we see a young woman seated at a spinning wheel, her attention momentarily diverted as she listens intently to the letter being read aloud. Her expression reflects anticipation and curiosity. Across from her stands an older man, presumably her father or grandfather, holding the letter in his hands. His weathered face shows both wisdom and tenderness as he shares the contents with those gathered around him. The room itself exudes warmth and coziness; sunlight streams through an open window casting soft shadows on the wooden furniture and tiled floor. A kettle sits atop the hearth, gently simmering over crackling flames that add to the overall ambiance of comfort and familiarity. Gensler's meticulous attention to detail brings this scene to life – every fold of fabric, every ray of light is rendered with precision. Through his masterful brushstrokes, he invites us into this private moment shared by individuals bound together by love and longing for connection. "The Letter" serves as a timeless reminder of our innate desire for communication and human connection across time and distance. It reminds us of how even in simpler times when technology was absent, letters held immense power in bridging gaps between loved ones separated by physical boundaries.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.