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The Transept of Århus Cathedral

Unknown

1830

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

The Transept of Århus Cathedral is a 1830 by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1830 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows the inside of a large church with tall arches and stone walls. A few people are scattered around—some standing, one kneeling. Statues line the walls, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling. The light comes through a window, casting shadows on the floor. The artist focused on how light and dark play across the space, making some areas look warm and others cool. This was a common trick in older paintings. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists used light and shadow like this.