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A Mountain Torrent

Unknown

1650

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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A Mountain Torrent is a 1650 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1650
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white photo shows a wild, snowy mountain stream rushing over rocks. Tall trees line the banks, and a rocky cliff rises in the background. The water looks fast and frothy, with patches of snow clinging to the ground. The photo feels like it was taken in a remote, untouched spot—no people or buildings are visible. The focus is on the raw power of the landscape. If you like this kind of wild nature photography, check out the Museum of Ethnography.