Artwork
Gæs ved en sø. Mod uroligt vejr. Dragør
Gæs ved en sø. Mod uroligt vejr. Dragør is an oil painting by Viggo Johansen. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Gæs ved en sø.
About this work
Overview
Gæs ved en sø. Mod uroligt vejr. Dragør is an 1899 oil painting by Viggo Johansen, a prominent Danish artist and member of the Skagen Painters collective. The work is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene scene of geese standing on a grassy shore near a body of water, under a cloudy sky with a hill and sparse trees in the background. Despite the title's reference to 'unrestful weather', the overall atmosphere conveyed is one of calm.
Technique & Style
Characterized by visible brushstrokes, the painting features a muted color palette dominated by shades of green, brown, and gray, contributing to its textured and serene visual appearance.
History & Provenance
Created in 1899 by Viggo Johansen, a key figure among Denmark's leading artists of the 1890s and a regular participant in the Skagen Painters' annual gatherings in northern Jutland.
Context
Part of the broader Skagen Painters movement, this work reflects the group's emphasis on capturing everyday life and natural landscapes, often in serene and contemplative modes.
Legacy
As part of Viggo Johansen's oeuvre, the painting contributes to the enduring legacy of the Skagen Painters, influencing subsequent generations of Danish artists through its depiction of tranquil, observed scenes from nature.
Artist & collection
Artist
Viggo Johansen (3 January 1851 – 18 December 1935) was a Danish painter and active member of the group of Skagen Painters who met every summer in the north of Jutland. He was one of Denmark's most prominent painters in the 1890s.
