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Udsigt over Sortedamssøen mod Nørrebro

Elias Meyer

1803

oil

canvas

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

German Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Udsigt over Sortedamssøen mod Nørrebro is a 1803 oil by Elias Meyer, a German Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Elias Meyer
When & what style?: 1803 · German Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This serene landscape painting depicts a tranquil lake scene, with a few individuals gathered near a small wooden dock. The atmosphere is peaceful, with a soft, warm light casting a gentle glow over the entire scene. In the foreground, a large tree stands tall, its branches stretching upwards towards the sky. The background features a subtle blend of greens and browns, evoking a sense of depth and dimensionality. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that employs strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and volume to the painting, drawing the viewer's eye into the serene landscape.

The story of this work

Overview

Udsigt over Sortedamssøen mod Nørrebro is an oil painting created by Elias Meyer in 1803. It is a landscape painting held at the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene lake scene with a small wooden dock and a few figures. A large tree dominates the foreground, while the background features a subtle blend of greens and browns, creating a sense of depth.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and volume to the tranquil scene, drawing the viewer's eye into the landscape.

Read the full account in the museum source.