Johanne Wilde at Her Loom

Johanne Wilde at Her Loom, an 1889 painting by Laurits Andersen Ring, depicts a woman seated at a loom in a modestly furnished room. 



The painting, measuring 0.375 meters wide by 0.4 meters high, is part of the Loeb Danish Art Collection. The woman, Johanne Wilde, is the central focus, her form slightly hunched as she works diligently at her craft. She is dressed in a long, brownish-grey dress, and her posture suggests concentration and quiet industry. 



The room itself is simply decorated, with muted brown walls and a lace-curtained window letting in soft, diffused light. A small table holds a basket and other items, suggesting a workspace. Skeins of brightly colored yarn are visible near the loom, adding a touch of vibrancy to the otherwise subdued palette. The overall mood is one of peaceful domesticity and quiet labor.