The Troll Peaks in Romsdalen: The Foot of Romsdalshorn to the Right

Executed in muted greens and browns, the work reflects Gude's transition towards capturing the realism of Norway's landscapes, though its classification as strictly impressionist may oversimplify his nuanced approach.

Created in 1898, the painting is part of the Statens Museum for Kunst's collection, highlighting Gude's contribution to Norwegian National Romanticism and his association with the Düsseldorf school.

Part of Gude's later work, it represents his shift from idealized interiors to outdoor, mountainous subjects, characteristic of 19th-century Norwegian landscape painting's emphasis on national identity through natural beauty.

The painting remains a testament to Gude's ability to evoke tranquility and national pride through his landscapes, contributing to the enduring appeal of Norwegian Romantic-era art.