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Danske krigsskibe og svensk chalup ved Toldboden i København

Danske krigsskibe og svensk chalup ved Toldboden i København, by Unknown, unspecified, 1795
Danske krigsskibe og svensk chalup ved Toldboden i København, by Unknown, unspecified, 1795

Danske krigsskibe og svensk chalup ved Toldboden i København is an unspecified work on paper by the Biedermeier artist Unknown. It dates from 1795 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Danske krigsskibe og svensk chalup ved Toldboden i København is a watercolor painting created in 1795. It is held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a harbor scene in Copenhagen, with Danish warships and a Swedish boat near the customs house. People are gathered along the shore, observing a small boat being rowed towards the land, flying a red and white flag.

Technique & Style

The work showcases the artist's attention to detail, with intricate renderings of ships and buildings. The color palette is generally muted, with the flag adding a touch of color.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known