1840
oil
canvas
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
The Mountain Range ’Trolltinderne’, Norway is a 1840 oil by Peder Balke, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
The painting depicts a rugged mountain range, 'Trolltinderne', in Norway. The scene is set against a dramatic backdrop of dark clouds and a turbulent sea, with a small boat struggling to stay afloat in the foreground. In the distance, the mountains rise majestically, their peaks shrouded in mist. The overall mood of the painting is one of turmoil and drama, with the artist using bold brushstrokes and vivid colors to convey the power and fury of nature. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume and depth, explore the works of Peder Balke.
Peder Balke (November 4, 1804 – February 5, 1887) was a Norwegian painter. He is known for portraying the landscape of Norway in a romantic and dramatic manner.
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