Mellem høns, haner og kyllinger, ses et par påfugle
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This black-and-white photo shows a busy farmyard scene. Chickens of all sizes—some fluffy, some sleek—scatter across the ground. A rooster stands tall in the center, while a peacock and peahen perch on a wooden fence. In the background, a small hut and a few trees frame the scene, with more birds pecking near a shallow water dish. The artist focused on everyday life, capturing chickens in different poses. Notice how the lighting creates strong shadows, making the birds look almost three-dimensional. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works in other art.
