Kvindedansen i Megara
1889
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1889
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
Kvindedansen i Megara is a 1889 by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This painting shows a huge crowd of people outdoors, packed together in a courtyard. The women in the front wear white headscarves and bright belts, while men in dark coats stand behind them. A long building with small windows lines the back, and mountains fade into the pale sky. The women in the front are holding hands in rows, forming a circle. The artist used soft brushstrokes to blend the crowd’s colors, making the scene feel lively but not chaotic. If you like this style, look up Realism next.
