Olaf Christoffersen
Photograph by Olaf Christoffersen of an elderly man resting in bed at home in Asker, smoking a pipe, evoking themes of reflection, aging, and intimacy.
Details from the photographic collection of Olaf Christoffersen, showcasing the artistry, history, and technical precision of his work.
Details from the photographic collection of Olaf Christoffersen, showcasing the artistry, history, and technical precision of his work.
Example showing Olaf Christoffersen’s artwork displayed in a modern Scandinavian-inspired space.
Example showing Olaf Christoffersen’s artwork displayed in a modern Scandinavian-inspired space.

Grandfather’s Rest

‘Grandfather’s Rest’ was taken in the family home in Asker in the early 1920s. The image shows Christoffersen’s grandfather resting in bed, a pipe in hand. The composition is tight and calm, offering a direct view into a lived space shaped by silence, routine, and presence. It is a personal image.

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The photograph is intimate without being intrusive. Light from the window models the room and the contours of the body with great precision. The pipe smoke, the cups on the table, and the textures of textiles and woodwork create a scene where nothing is added—yet much is implied. It’s not only about details, but about the larger picture: aging, time, and what cannot be put into words. The image invites close reading—but leaves something unsaid.

Technical Details: This is a technically refined image, built on careful use of light, texture, and composition. Strong sidelight shapes the face, the bedding, and the surrounding objects with clarity, giving the scene depth and direction. The rough surfaces—wood, skin, fabric, smoke—take on a near-tactile quality. At the same time, the scene holds a stillness that points beyond the physical.

Format: TIFF

Size: 200.6 mb

Resolution: 4912 x 6806

DPI: 300

Color Model: RGB

Color Sync: Adobe RGB (1998)

Prints are available for purchase on the website

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