687 achieved for ‘Kaiser Franz Josef I und Kaiserin Elisabeth’ at an auction in 2008
numerous works were produced to highlight the perils of sailing and the plight of intrepid crews
Artwork in very good condition
The coat of arms in the upper left refers to the Van Vrijberghe family
Sophus’ relationship with his father is fascinating to consider
Sophus Vermehren, At The Dressing Table Seascape 687 achieved for ‘Kaiser FranzThis fine early 20th century oil painting by Danish artist Sophus Vermehren (1866 1950) depicts a woman seated at her dressing table, viewed from behind as she raises a small hand mirror. Draped in a deep, wine coloured garment that falls loosely from her shoulder, she sits in quiet profile, her back softly illuminated against a pale, restrained interior. A vase of autumnal flowers, a bottle, and a small casket rest upon a table to her right. Her hair