Niels Christian Hansen, Summer Landscape With Children

Niels Christian Hansen, Summer Landscape With ChildrenThis late 19th century oil painting by Danish artist Niels Christian Hansen (1834 1922) depicts a picturesque Summer landscape. Here, we see the monumental presence of nature towering over two children as they stroll along a well trod rural track. The trees appear as behemoths caught by a strong channel of enchanting light. While beyond, the compact foliage huddles in gentle tints. Hansen was a master at capturing the majesty of nature in all its

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Medium: Pencil on paperOverall size: 16½” x 19½” / 42cm x 49cmYear of creation: c

also produced an array of works that glamorised the same subject

that is genius

Consider with yourself how a Michael Angelo or a Raffaelle would have treated this subject: and work yourself into a belief that your picture is to be seen and criticised by them when completed

Two boats are battered by gales as the swash crashes over the beach

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Pryn draws us into the scene and ignites our imagination

Her basket is abundant with roses and there’s a small dog waiting at her feet

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The headline reads “Factory Occupied By French” and the front page also mentions “Gaulle” (presumably former French President Charles de Gaulle)

Perhaps a character from a Dickensian play