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A Storm Brewing behind Nørre Vium Church, Jutland, by Unknown, 1850

A Storm Brewing behind Nørre Vium Church, Jutland

Unknown

1850

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

A Storm Brewing behind Nørre Vium Church, Jutland 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 painting shows a small stone church with a wooden bell tower in front. A few people stand or walk near the building, dressed in simple, dark clothes. The sky is dark and cloudy, while the grass around the church is green with wildflowers. The church looks old, with a steep roof and a small window. The people seem to be gathered, maybe waiting or talking, under a heavy sky. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and shadow.

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