Who painted Wooded Hills at Sørupvang?

Wooded Hills at Sørupvang was painted by Johan Lundbye in 1841.

Where can I see Wooded Hills at Sørupvang?

Wooded Hills at Sørupvang is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Wooded Hills at Sørupvang?

Wooded Hills at Sørupvang is associated with Barbizon school.

Artwork

Wooded Hills at Sørupvang

Johan Lundbye , 1841

Wooded Hills at Sørupvang is an unspecified painting by the Barbizon school artist Johan Lundbye. It dates from 1841 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Wooded Hills at Sørupvang is a landscape painting created by Johan Lundbye in 1841. It is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene rural scene with rolling hills, trees, and a body of water, reflecting Lundbye's focus on Denmark's natural landscapes and simple life, inspired by nationalist art ideals.

Technique & Style

Lundbye's use of color and light creates depth and texture, with shades of green and brown dominating the palette and intricate detail rendering the trees and hills.

Context

The work is associated with the Barbizon school movement and reflects the national romantic style characteristic of Lundbye's generation of Danish painters, who often portrayed Zealand's scenery.