Who painted Landscape with Figures?

Landscape with Figures was painted by Unknown in 1911.

Where can I see Landscape with Figures?

Landscape with Figures is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Landscape with Figures

Unknown , 1911

Landscape with Figures is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1911, this work by the artist known as 833_person presents a quiet outdoor scene that is now part of the Museum of Ethnography’s collection. The composition centers on two figures seated on a craggy slope, set against a loosely rendered backdrop of hills and trees rendered in muted tones.

Subject & Meaning

The two sitters, each shaded by a hat, appear absorbed in personal activities—a small object cradled in one’s lap and a book or paper resting on the other's knees. Their relaxed posture suggests a moment of contemplation or rest within a rugged natural environment, inviting viewers to consider the relationship between humanity and landscape.

Technique & Style

The artist employs a thick, impasto application of paint in selective areas, creating a tactile surface that contrasts with softer, blurred brushstrokes in the background. A restrained palette of grays, whites, and dark shadows emphasizes form over color, while the sketch‑like texture adds a sense of immediacy to the scene.

History & Provenance

The painting was produced circa 1911 and later entered the holdings of the Museum of Ethnography, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the institution’s interest in early twentieth‑century works that explore the intersection of figure and environment.