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Geder i Alperne, by Christian Frederik Carl Holm, oil, 1834

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Overview

Geder i Alperne is a 1834 oil by Christian Frederik Carl Holm, depicting Goat, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Christian Frederik Carl Holm
When & what style?
1834
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a goat standing on a rocky outcrop, with another goat grazing in the background. The goats are brown and have long, shaggy coats. The background is a misty, mountainous landscape. The goats are the main focus of the painting, and they are depicted in a realistic style. The artist has used warm colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. If you're interested in learning more about this painting, you might want to look up the artist, Christian Frederik Carl Holm.

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Portrait of Christian Frederik Carl Holm
Artist

Christian Frederik Carl Holm

Christian Frederik Carl Holm (18 February 1804, Copenhagen – 24 July 1846, Tivoli) was a Danish painter; known primarily for his animal and hunting scenes.

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