Who painted Københavns rhed?

Københavns rhed was painted by Unknown in 1905.

Where can I see Københavns rhed?

Københavns rhed is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Københavns rhed

Unknown , 1905

Københavns rhed 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

Created in 1905 by the artist known as 526_person, this image titled “Københavns rhed” is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work presents a tranquil harbor scene rendered in a muted palette, emphasizing calm water and overcast sky.

Subject & Meaning

The composition centers on a dark‑hued, multi‑mast vessel occupying the foreground, accompanied by a smaller sailboat with a white sail to its right. Beyond them, additional ships and shoreline buildings appear, suggesting a busy yet peaceful port environment.

Technique & Style

The artist employs a restrained range of greys, blues, and browns, allowing subtle tonal variations to convey atmosphere. Cloudy skies are punctuated by occasional blue gaps, while gentle ripples on the water surface enhance the sense of stillness.

History & Provenance

Since its creation in the early twentieth century, the work has remained in the custody of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed as part of the institution’s holdings of visual documentation of maritime settings.