Ved en tilfrossen flod ligger et tårn, længere borte en by og i baggrunden snebedækkede bjerge

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Ved en tilfrossen flod ligger et tårn, længere borte en by og i baggrunden snebedækkede bjerge is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1750
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

The painting depicts a serene winter scene, with a frozen river flowing through the center. In the foreground, a tower stands tall, while a city lies in the distance, nestled among snow-covered mountains. The scene is populated by people engaging in various activities, such as riding horses, standing, or sitting. A few trees, some bare and others with branches, are scattered throughout the landscape. A notable detail in the painting is the use of chiaroscuro, a technique that creates a strong contrast between light and dark. This is evident in the way the light reflects off the snow and the shadows cast by the trees and buildings. The painting's use of chiaroscuro adds depth and dimension to the scene, drawing the viewer's eye to the tower and the city in the distance. For more information on this technique, look up chiaroscuro.