Artwork
The Artist's Shelter on the Moors in Jutland
The Artist's Shelter on the Moors in Jutland is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Hans Smidth. It dates from 1909 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
The Artist's Shelter on the Moors in Jutland is a 1909 oil painting by Danish artist Hans Smidth, known for his landscapes and rural scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tent in Jutland's moors, surrounded by a few figures, set against a vast, rolling landscape under a cloudy sky. The scene conveys a sense of calm and serenity, with the tent serving as a refuge.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work is associated with Post-Impressionism, reflecting Smidth's focus on capturing the natural environment and local life.
History & Provenance
Painted by Hans Smidth, who was active from the mid-19th century until his death in 1917, the work is now held in the Statens Museum for Kunst.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hans Ludvig Smidth (2 October 1839, Nakskov – 5 May 1917, Frederiksberg) was a Danish painter. He is remembered above all for his paintings of Jutland and its local inhabitants.
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