Artwork
Regnvejr i bondegården
Regnvejr i bondegården is an oil painting by the Naturalist artist Vilhelm Kyhn. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Regnvejr i bondegården is a 1896 oil painting by Vilhelm Kyhn, a Danish artist known for his landscapes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a rural farm scene on a rainy day, capturing the tranquility of everyday farm life. A thatched-roof barn contains a cart and various farm animals, conveying a sense of rustic simplicity.
Technique & Style
Kyhn's naturalist style is evident in his detailed and realistic portrayal of the scene. The use of light and shadow creates depth, while the depiction of rain-soaked textures adds to the overall sense of authenticity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1896, the painting reflects Kyhn's traditionalist approach, which remained consistent despite the emergence of newer artistic movements during his lifetime.
Artist & collection
Artist
Peter Vilhelm Carl Kyhn (March 30, 1819 – May 11, 1903) was a Danish landscape painter who belonged to the generation of national romantic painters immediately after the Danish Golden Age and before the Modern Breakthrough.
