Hammershøi's London Triumph: From Wimpole Street to Critical Acclaim
2025-03-09
Vilhelm Hammershøi spent the winter of 1912 and spring of 1913 in England, culminating in successful exhibitions. His connection began with Leonard Borwick, a renowned pianist who, after discovering Hammershøi's work, championed his art. Borwick, a favorite of Queen Victoria, secured exhibitions at prestigious London venues, including the Guildhall and the Van Wisselingh Gallery. The shows were lauded by critics, with Hammershøi dubbed 'the find of the season' and his paintings praised for their 'reserve and cool'. Hammershøi's personal affinity for music, evident in his childhood sketches and his wife's accounts, likely informed his artistic vision.