Who painted Twilight Setting in a Wood near Iselingen Manor, Zealand?

Twilight Setting in a Wood near Iselingen Manor, Zealand was painted by P. C. Skovgaard in 1860.

Where can I see Twilight Setting in a Wood near Iselingen Manor, Zealand?

Twilight Setting in a Wood near Iselingen Manor, Zealand is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Twilight Setting in a Wood near Iselingen Manor, Zealand

Twilight Setting in a Wood near Iselingen Manor, Zealand is an oil painting by P. C. Skovgaard. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Twilight Setting in a Wood near Iselingen Manor, Zealand is an 1860 oil painting by P. C. Skovgaard, a prominent figure in the Golden Age of Danish Painting. The work captures a serene woodland scene at dusk near Iselingen Manor in Zealand.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a peaceful, atmospheric forest at twilight, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow. The composition focuses on the dense foliage, varied tree trunks, and subtle lighting effects, evoking a sense of depth and serenity.

Technique & Style

Skovgaard's attention to detail is evident in the textured rendering of tree trunks and the nuanced shades of green in the foliage. The subtle play of light filtering through the leaves, casting dappled shadows, showcases his skill in capturing atmospheric effects with oil paint.

History & Provenance

Created in 1860, the painting is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artist & collection

Artist

P. C. Skovgaard

Peter Christian Thamsen Skovgaard (4 April 1817 – 13 April 1875), known as P. C. Skovgaard, was a Danish national romantic landscape painter. He is considered one of the leading landscape painters of the 19th century…

Museum

Statens Museum for Kunst

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