Adolf Mackeprang, View From Als, Denmark

Adolf Mackeprang, View From Als, DenmarkThis late 19th century oil painting by Danish artist Adolf Mackeprang (1833 1911) depicts a picturesque panoramic view over upland scenery on the island of Als, Denmark. From our lofty vantage point, a meandering river weaves between majestic peaks before vanishing upon a final turn. In the foreground, a dense woodland is picked out in autumnal tones. While beyond, Mackeprang adopts higher values to convey distance. Known predominantly as a painter of

and alludes to a country lifestyle

Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 21” x 28” / 54cm x 71cmYear of creation: 1869Provenance: FranceCondition: Overall very presentable

A policeman was subsequently placed nearby and the ‘excitable’ offerings tucked away

1910Condition: Old repairs and abrasions

more an expression of mischief

Dahlbom studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Stockholm and was known primarily for his landscapes

he lived on the Côte d'Azur and his house became a meeting place for Provence-based creatives

selecting compositions which captured the Scotland he loved

It’s rendered beautifully

Size including frame 10” x 12½” / 25cm x 32cm

Hider has selected an extensive composition

he emphasises the critical aspects of the view - its shimmering moonlight