Optrækkende tordenbyge over Nysø Have og Fribedet
1870
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1870
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a landscape with a grassy field in the foreground and trees in the background. The sky is cloudy and dark, suggesting an impending storm. In the distance, there are cows grazing in the field. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity, despite the ominous clouds. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up chiaroscuro.
