Promenading in a Park
1764
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1764
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a group of people walking in a park at dusk. The sky glows pink and orange, while trees and a statue loom in the background. The women wear fancy dresses and hats, and one holds a green parasol. The men are in coats and hats, some leaning on canes. Notice how the artist used light and shadow to make the scene feel alive. The warm colors and soft focus on faces give it a dreamy mood. Want to see more? Check out the technique: chiaroscuro.
