Who painted Churchyard with Snow?

Churchyard with Snow was painted by Andreas Borum in 1835.

Where can I see Churchyard with Snow?

Churchyard with Snow is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Churchyard with Snow?

Churchyard with Snow is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Churchyard with Snow?

Museum-quality prints of Churchyard with Snow are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Churchyard with Snow

Andreas Borum , 1835

Churchyard with Snow is a print by the Romanticist artist Andreas Borum. It dates from 1835 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1997.33
Credit line: John L. Severance Fund

About this work

Overview

Andreas Borum’s print, dated around 1835, depicts a snow‑laden churchyard. The composition centers on a tall evergreen, its branches lightly frosted, while a stone cross and modest statue emerge from the drifts. A partially open church doorway reveals a few interior figures, and the uneven ground is dotted with partially buried rocks and shrubs, conveying a still winter scene.

Subject & Meaning

The work captures a moment of quiet contemplation in a rural sacred space during winter. The juxtaposition of the evergreen’s resilience against the soft, covering snow suggests endurance, while the modest religious symbols, cross and statue, evoke themes of faith persisting through seasonal hardship. The subdued human presence hints at communal gathering within the sanctuary.

Technique & Style

Borum employs delicate shading to render the snow’s texture, creating a soft surface that contrasts with deeper shadows on the ground and foliage. This manipulation of light and dark produces a chiaroscuro effect that enhances the sense of stillness and depth. The print’s linear precision and tonal gradations reflect early 19th‑century German printmaking conventions.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1835, the print entered the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it remains part of the European prints and drawings department. Its acquisition details are recorded in the museum’s catalog, confirming its attribution to Borum and its status as a representative example of his winter landscape oeuvre.