Who painted Kalkbrænderiet i måneskin?

Kalkbrænderiet i måneskin was painted by Unknown in 1825.

Where can I see Kalkbrænderiet i måneskin?

Kalkbrænderiet i måneskin is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Kalkbrænderiet i måneskin

Kalkbrænderiet i måneskin is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1825 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Kalkbrænderiet i måneskin, attributed to the artist known as 4390_person, dates to around 1825. The work is a monochrome image preserved in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a tranquil harbor at night, rendered in black and white, with a small boat, larger vessels, and a shoreline lined by modest buildings.

Subject & Meaning

The scene presents a solitary figure in a modest boat, grasping a pole while another individual maneuvers the vessel toward land using ropes. Larger ships rest in the water beyond, and the distant shoreline is punctuated by structures with sloping roofs. The composition suggests a moment of quiet labor and the routine of harbor life under subdued illumination.

Technique & Style

Executed in a monochrome palette, the image relies on tonal contrast to model forms and suggest depth. Gradual shading creates a soft, enveloping light that diffuses across the sky and water, reminiscent of chiaroscuro techniques. The artist’s handling of line and gradation produces a gentle atmospheric veil, emphasizing the calmness of the nocturnal setting.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1825, the work entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date, where it remains part of the institution’s visual documentation of early 19th‑century maritime scenes. Its attribution to 4390_person reflects cataloguing conventions used by the museum for works whose creators are identified by reference numbers rather than conventional names.