1836
oil
canvas
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Frederiksborg Castle Seen from the Northwest is a 1836 oil by Christen Købke, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This painting shows a large, red castle with a tall tower and a flag on top. The castle is surrounded by trees and a body of water. A small bridge connects the castle to the land on the left side of the painting. The sky is light gray and cloudy. In the foreground, there are some tall grasses and plants growing near the water's edge. The castle's architecture is detailed, with many windows and a large entrance. The overall atmosphere of the painting is serene and peaceful. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the work of artist Christen Købke.
Christen Schiellerup Købke (26 May 1810 – 7 February 1848) was a Danish painter, and one of the best-known artists from the Golden Age of Danish Painting.
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