Kvæg i et landskab
1819
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1819
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This photo shows a quiet countryside scene. A cow stands near a tree, grazing on grass. In the background, a horse eats near a distant lake, and a person leans against a rock. The landscape has rolling hills and a few scattered bushes. The lighting is soft, with shadows blending into the background. This style was popular in the early 1800s. Look up chiaroscuro to learn about this lighting technique.