Artwork
Bøn om regn. Procession i Apenninerne

Bøn om regn. Procession i Apenninerne is a photography by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Bøn om regn.
About this work
Overview
Bøn om regn. Procession i Apenninerne, created in 1895 by 1259_person, is a visual representation depicting a religious procession. The work is currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The scene portrays a group of individuals in light-colored robes, engaged in a devotional act, possibly praying for rain as suggested by the title. Their attire and the use of tall blue poles with crosses indicate a religious ritual, likely set in a rural context.
Technique & Style
While specific artistic techniques are not detailed, the emphasis on capturing a serene, naturalistic moment (evidenced by the contrast between the indoor stone tiles and the outdoor hilly landscape) aligns with broader Impressionist tendencies of the late 19th century.
History & Provenance
Created in 1895, the artwork's history prior to its current residence at the Museum of Ethnography is not provided in the available information.
Context
The setting, identified as the Apennines by the title, provides a geographical context, situating the religious procession within a specific Italian landscape known for its rural and religious traditions.
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