River between Rocks
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a winding river cutting through a rocky landscape. Two figures sit in a small boat near the shore, surrounded by dark trees and towering cliffs. The light hits the rocks and water unevenly, creating sharp shadows and bright spots. The way the artist plays with light and dark makes the scene feel dramatic. The brushstrokes are thick in places, giving the rocks texture and depth. Look up *impasto* to see how this technique works.
