Artwork
Skovlandskab med en malkepige
Skovlandskab med en malkepige is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Skovlandskab med en malkepige, attributed to the artist known as 698_person, dates from around 1809. The image is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography and presents a solitary figure moving through a tightly packed woodland.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a lone individual, possibly a milkmaid, navigating a narrow forest path. The figure carries an object on the shoulder, suggesting a utilitarian purpose, while the surrounding trees and a modest stream emphasize isolation within a natural setting.
Technique & Style
Rendered in monochrome, the work relies on a limited tonal range of deep blacks and muted grays. The soft lighting avoids stark contrasts, producing a subtle chiaroscuro effect that models the dense foliage and the figure’s silhouette without harsh shadows.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1809, the piece entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its attribution to 698_person remains based on museum records, with no further documented changes of ownership.
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