Who painted Den danske eskadre under sejl på Københavns rhed?

Den danske eskadre under sejl på Københavns rhed was painted by Frederik Theodor Kloss in 1837.

Where can I see Den danske eskadre under sejl på Københavns rhed?

Den danske eskadre under sejl på Københavns rhed is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Den danske eskadre under sejl på Københavns rhed

Den danske eskadre under sejl på Københavns rhed is an oil painting by Frederik Theodor Kloss. It dates from 1837 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Den danske eskadre under sejl på Københavns rhed is an 1837 oil painting by Frederik Theodor Kloss, a German-Danish maritime artist. The work captures a scene of the Danish naval squadron in motion within Copenhagen's harbor.

Subject & Meaning

The painting focuses on the Danish squadron under sail, conveying a sense of unified movement and activity. A smaller, rowed boat in the foreground adds a human scale to the dominant naval presence.

Technique & Style

Kloss executed the piece in oil paint, characteristic of his medium of choice for marine subjects. The depiction of cloudy skies, calm water, and multiple sails showcases his attention to detail in capturing nautical and atmospheric elements.

History & Provenance

Created in 1837, the painting is now part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, where it remains accessible alongside other works by the artist.

Artist & collection

Artist

Frederik Theodor Kloss

Frederik Theodor Kloss (19 September 1802, in Braunschweig – 9 June 1876, in Copenhagen) was a German-Danish painter who specialized in marine painting.

Museum

Statens Museum for Kunst

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