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Long Shadows. Cattle on the Island of Saltholm, 1888-1892. Creator: Theodor Esbern Philipsen
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Long Shadows. Cattle on the Island of Saltholm, 1888-1892. Creator: Theodor Esbern Philipsen
Long Shadows. Cattle on the Island of Saltholm, 1888-1892
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Back View Cattle Cows Darkness Distance Distant Flat Herd Horizon Philipsen Theodor Esbern Rear View Shadow Shadows Sunlight Sunlit Sunshine Theodor Esbern Philipsen Dane Danes Impressionist National Gallery Of Denmark Statens Museum For Kunst
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Long Shadows. Cattle on the Island of Saltholm, 1888-1892" is an exquisite oil on canvas painting by Danish artist Theodor Esbern Philipsen. This masterpiece, created between 1888 and 1892, captures a serene moment on the picturesque Island of Saltholm, located in the Danish archipelago. The painting showcases a herd of cattle grazing in a sunlit field, their backs turned towards the viewer, as the long shadows cast by the setting sun stretch across the rolling farmland. The impressionist style of Philipsen's work is evident in the loose, expressive brushstrokes and the vibrant colors used to depict the scene. The painting's rich, earthy tones evoke the feeling of a warm, sunlit day coming to an end, while the distant horizon and the vast expanse of the open fields create a sense of depth and space. The painting also reflects the artist's interest in astronomy and the natural world. The long shadows cast by the sun can be seen as a metaphor for the passage of time and the changing of the seasons. The sun, which is beginning to set, can be seen as a reminder of the solar system and the vastness of the universe. This painting is a testament to Philipsen's skill as an artist and his ability to capture the beauty and tranquility of rural life in Denmark during the late 19th century. It is a valuable addition to the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst (National Gallery of Denmark) in Copenhagen and is a must-see for anyone interested in Danish heritage art or the works of Theodor Esbern Philipsen.
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