Created:
Movement:
1839
Romanticism
key Notes:
Norwegian Landscape, Romantic Naturalism
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Dimensions:
7 1/16 × 11 in. (18 × 28 cm)
medium:
Oil on paper, laid down on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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Thomas Fearnley's "Gudvangen" (1839)

"Gudvangen" by Thomas Fearnley, created in 1839, is an exemplary work of the Norwegian Romantic landscape tradition. The painting, executed in oil on paper and laid down on wood, captures the dramatic and sublime beauty of the Norwegian fjords, a subject that was central to Fearnley's oeuvre. Fearnley, a prominent figure in the Romantic movement, was known for his meticulous attention to natural detail and his ability to convey the grandeur of the Scandinavian landscape. This work reflects his deep engagement with nature and his skill in rendering atmospheric effects, which were highly influential in the development of landscape painting in Norway. Fearnley's travels across Europe, including his studies in Germany and Italy, enriched his artistic perspective, allowing him to blend local and international influences in his work. "Gudvangen" remains a significant piece in understanding the evolution of landscape painting in the 19th century and Fearnley's contribution to it.

Description of the work:

Gudvangen by Thomas Fearnley (1839)

The painting "Gudvangen" by Thomas Fearnley, created in 1839, is an oil on paper work laid down on wood, depicting the dramatic landscape of the Norwegian fjords with meticulous attention to natural detail. Fearnley's style reflects the Romantic movement's emphasis on the sublime beauty of nature, capturing the grandeur and tranquility of the Gudvangen region.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Gudvangen