This richly illustrated bilingual exhibition catalogue (German/English) presents the work of Vilhelm Hammershøi (1864-1916), one of the most celebrated painters of European Modernism and the leading figure of Danish painting around 1900. His atmospheric interiors, restrained colour palette, and masterful treatment of light and shadow have made him one of the most distinctive artists of Scandinavian art.

Offering a fresh perspective on Hammershøi's work, the volume explores, for the first time, the role of sound, music, and silence in his paintings. A skilled cellist himself, Hammershøi repeatedly incorporated musical instruments into his compositions, creating quiet spaces that resonate beyond the visible. The essays reveal how painting, music, and perception intertwine in his art, opening up a compelling new understanding of one of the most fascinating painters of his time.

Featuring numerous colour illustrations and all essays in both German and English, this beautifully produced volume is an essential reference for art lovers, collectors, and anyone interested in Vilhelm Hammershøi, Danish and Scandinavian art, and European painting around 1900.

Highlights

- Bilingual exhibition catalogue with all essays in German and English
- Comprehensive survey of the work of Denmark's foremost painter of interiors 
- A new perspective on sound, music, and silence in Hammershøi's paintings

Vilhelm Hammershøi (1864-1916) is considered the most important representative of Danish interior painting. At the time of his death, he was a widely painter celebrated; his admirers included Rainer Maria Rilke and Emil Nolde. In later years, his work increasingly fell into obscurity outside his homeland, until it was "rediscovered" across Europe a good century later. To this day, his monochrome interiors remain impressive, unfolding a subtle interplay of light and shadow within in their meditative silence.