Artwork

Wooded landscape near Lake Bagsværd

Wooded landscape near Lake Bagsværd, by Johan Ludwig Lund, oil, 1841
Wooded landscape near Lake Bagsværd, by Johan Ludwig Lund, oil, 1841

Wooded landscape near Lake Bagsværd is an oil painting by Johan Ludwig Lund. It dates from 1841 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Wooded Landscape near Lake Bagsværd is a painting created by J. L. Lund in 1841 using oil paint. It is a landscape scene, a departure from Lund's primary focus on history paintings.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene wooded landscape with a lake, where a few people are gathered near the water's edge. The surrounding trees and greenery, along with a cloudy grey sky, contribute to the tranquil atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Lund's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth in the scene. The intricate details of the trees and the subtle play of light on the water are notable, achieved through techniques that may include layered painting.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst, indicating its significance within Danish art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Johan Ludwig Lund

Artist

Johan Ludwig Lund

Johan Ludwig Gebhard Lund (primarily known as J. L. Lund) (16 October 1777 – 3 March 1867) was a Danish painter, born in Kiel, Duchy of Holstein, to master painter Hans Giewert Lund and his wife Maria Magdalena…