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Forårsaften på Kongens Nytorv

Unknown

1850

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Forårsaften på Kongens Nytorv is a 1850 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white photo shows a quiet square covered in snow. People in long coats walk slowly, some alone, others paired up. Leafless trees line the street, and buildings with steep roofs stand in the background. The light is soft, making everything look a little hazy. The photo feels calm, like a moment frozen in time. The snow and bare trees suggest it’s winter, but no one seems rushed. If you like this style, check out the Museum of Ethnography for more works like this.