Artwork

Kirsten Pils Kilde i Dyrehaven

Kirsten Pils Kilde i Dyrehaven, by Unknown, 1803
Kirsten Pils Kilde i Dyrehaven, by Unknown, 1803

Kirsten Pils Kilde i Dyrehaven is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1803 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Created around 1803 by the artist identified as 709_person, this work is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1803 by the artist identified as 709_person, this work is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. It presents a tranquil woodland setting, centered on a prominent tree whose branches reach upward, while figures gather near water in the distance.

Subject & Meaning

The composition juxtaposes a solitary, mature tree with a small group of people assembled beside a lake or river, suggesting a moment of communal leisure within nature. The gentle illumination implies a calm, perhaps early‑morning or late‑afternoon atmosphere, emphasizing harmony between humans and their environment.

Technique & Style

A palette of deep greens and soft blues creates spatial depth, while delicate brushwork renders foliage and water with a subtle texture. The artist’s handling of light produces a warm glow that suffuses the scene, reinforcing its peaceful character.

History & Provenance

The painting entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings after its creation in the early nineteenth century, though specific acquisition details remain undocumented. Its attribution to 709_person is based on stylistic analysis and existing catalog records.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known