Arkitekturstykke
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Arkitekturstykke is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This photo shows a dimly lit courtyard with old buildings on either side. Rain pours down hard, blurring the view of a stone archway and a wooden door with small windows. A person in dark clothes stands under a doorway, holding an umbrella that’s mostly hidden. Above, a bright red kite flies against the gray sky, the only splash of color. The rain makes everything look wet and heavy, while the kite adds a strange contrast. The buildings look like they’re from a long time ago, with simple, worn-out details. This photo uses chiaroscuro.
