Who painted Et åløb ved en stejleplads?

Et åløb ved en stejleplads was painted by Unknown in 1879.

Where can I see Et åløb ved en stejleplads?

Et åløb ved en stejleplads is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Et åløb ved en stejleplads

Et åløb ved en stejleplads is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1879 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Et åløb ved en stejleplads, attributed to the artist recorded as 1010_person, dates to around 1879. The work is an image held in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a quiet riverbank scene, rendered in a realistic manner that emphasizes calm and natural detail.

Subject & Meaning

The composition centers on a narrow stretch of water bordered by a modest wooden shelter with a sloping roof and a small window. Beyond the structure, trees rise against a backdrop of water, suggesting a riverside or lakeside setting that invites contemplation of everyday rural life.

Technique & Style

Executed in a realistic visual language, the image employs muted earth tones—predominantly browns and greens—to convey texture and atmosphere. Careful rendering of surface details, such as the timber of the hut and the foliage, contributes to a sense of stillness and spatial depth.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1879, the piece entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its preservation within this institution reflects the museum’s broader interest in documenting cultural and environmental scenes from the period.