Artwork
Køer i en skov ved aften
Køer i en skov ved aften is an oil painting by P. C. Skovgaard. It dates from 1853 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Køer i en skov ved aften is a 1853 oil painting by P. C. Skovgaard, a prominent Danish landscape painter of the 19th century.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene forest scene at dusk, with cows grazing in the foreground and tall trees stretching towards the sky. The tranquil atmosphere evokes a sense of stillness and quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Skovgaard's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and dimensionality, while the warm, golden light of the setting sun casts long shadows across the forest floor, enhancing the sense of calm.
History & Provenance
The painting is held in the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst.
Artist & collection
Artist
Peter Christian Thamsen Skovgaard (4 April 1817 – 13 April 1875), known as P. C. Skovgaard, was a Danish national romantic landscape painter. He is considered one of the leading landscape painters of the 19th century…
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