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Noon, by Unknown, 1900

Noon

Unknown

1900

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Noon is a 1900 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1900
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white image shows a group of horses grazing near a rocky riverbank. The water looks shallow, with a few sheep scattered along the shore. The ground is uneven, with patches of grass and bare soil, while the sky is pale and featureless. The brushstrokes are loose and rough, giving the scene a sketchy, unfinished feel—almost like a quick study rather than a polished work. Next, check out the technique: chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create drama in art.

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