Who painted Thor and Hymir?

Thor and Hymir was painted by Unknown in 1850.

Where can I see Thor and Hymir?

Thor and Hymir is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Thor and Hymir

Thor and Hymir is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

A photograph titled 'Thor and Hymir' depicts a figure standing beside a beached whale on a rugged shoreline, created around 1850.

Subject & Meaning

The image shows a person holding a long pole next to a large dead whale partially buried in sand, with its head oriented towards the sea, suggesting a narrative or symbolic scene.

Technique & Style

The photograph features dramatic lighting with strong contrasts between light and dark, and a textured representation of the rocks and whale's skin, evoking a sense of a turbulent environment.

History & Provenance

The work is attributed to an unknown creator and is housed at the Museum of Ethnography.