Who painted Skovlysning med kvæg?

Skovlysning med kvæg was painted by Wilhelm Xylander in 1892.

Where can I see Skovlysning med kvæg?

Skovlysning med kvæg is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Skovlysning med kvæg?

Skovlysning med kvæg is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Skovlysning med kvæg

Wilhelm Xylander , 1892

Skovlysning med kvæg is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Wilhelm Xylander. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Wilhelm Xylander’s 1892 oil painting, Skovlysning med kvæg, depicts a quiet forest clearing in Denmark. The composition balances open sky, a modest water edge, and a modest herd of cows, creating a calm rural tableau that reflects the artist’s interest in everyday pastoral life.

Subject & Meaning

The work centers on a small group of cows grazing near a shallow pool, framed by a mix of green foliage and brown‑toned branches. The tranquil setting suggests a harmonious relationship between livestock and landscape, emphasizing the peaceful rhythm of agricultural routines.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil on canvas, Xylander employs a muted palette of greens, browns, and soft sky tones. Loose brushwork renders foliage and water, while finer detail defines the cows and fallen logs, illustrating a naturalistic yet slightly idealized approach typical of late‑19th‑century Danish genre painting.

History & Provenance

Completed in 1892, Skovlysning med kvæg entered the collection of Denmark’s National Gallery, Statens Museum for Kunst, where it remains on display. The museum acquired the piece as part of its effort to represent domestic landscape painting from the period.