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Udsigt over Frederikshald i Norge

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Udsigt over Frederikshald i Norge 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

This painting shows a river with ships sailing and docked near a small town. On the left, there are houses and trees on a hillside. To the right, a fortress sits on higher ground, with people gathered on the walls. The sky is soft with light clouds, and the water reflects the scene. The ships look like they’re from an older time, with tall masts and flags. Some boats are burning near the shore, adding drama to the scene. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and shadow like this.