Artwork
Hvile i engen. Kunstnerens hustru og børn
Hvile i engen. Kunstnerens hustru og børn is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Joakim Skovgaard. It dates from 1909 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Hvile i engen.
About this work
Overview
Hvile i engen. Kunstnerens hustru og børn is a 1909 oil painting by Danish artist Joakim Skovgaard, primarily known for his frescoes in Viborg Cathedral. The work captures a serene scene of the artist's family resting in a meadow.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts seven figures, including the artist's wife and children, dressed in period attire, resting in a grassy field. The composition conveys a sense of relaxation, calm, and familial togetherness.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic post-impressionist style, the painting showcases meticulous attention to detail in clothing and surroundings. Skovgaard's use of texture and color adds depth to the tranquil atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created in 1909, the painting is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst, highlighting its significance within Danish art heritage.
Artist & collection
Artist
Joakim Frederik Skovgaard (18 November 1856 – 9 March 1933) was a Danish painter. He is remembered above all for the frescos which decorate Viborg Cathedral.
