Artwork

Måneopgang ved Tyresjö i Sverige

Måneopgang ved Tyresjö i Sverige, by Unknown, 1905
Måneopgang ved Tyresjö i Sverige, by Unknown, 1905

Måneopgang ved Tyresjö i Sverige is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1905 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Måneopgang ved Tyresjö i Sverige is a 1905 black‑and‑white photograph attributed to the artist recorded as 1090_person. The image is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a tranquil lakeside setting at night, rendered in a soft, slightly diffused manner that emphasizes atmosphere over detail.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows the shore of Lake Tyresjö in Sweden, bordered by tall trees whose branches dip toward the water. A low fence runs along the bank, and two diminutive figures are positioned near the water’s edge and among the trees, suggesting a quiet, perhaps contemplative moment under moonlight.

Technique & Style

Although the photograph is printed in monochrome, its composition evokes painterly qualities: the image appears slightly blurred, with loose, impressionistic edges that soften forms and create a dreamlike ambience. The lighting is gentle, avoiding stark contrasts and allowing the moonlit surface to glow subtly.

History & Provenance

Created in 1905, the photograph entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its attribution to 1090_person remains the primary identifying information, and the work has been catalogued as part of the museum’s early 20th‑century photographic collection.

Context

The photograph reflects early photographic experiments with atmospheric effects, a period when photographers often sought to emulate the tonal qualities of painting. The Swedish lakeside setting aligns with contemporary interests in natural landscapes and the quiet moments of rural life captured through emerging photographic techniques.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known