Adam Naming the Animals 1871 - 1933

"Adam Naming the Animals" (1871-1933) by Danish artist Joakim Skovgaard depicts a central figure, Adam, standing amidst a variety of animals. The composition is set against a backdrop of a blue sky with birds in flight, suggesting a sense of divine creation and dominion. Skovgaard's characteristic style, characterized by a simplified form and bold color palette, contributes to the artwork's unique and evocative quality. This mural, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a significant example of Skovgaard's focus on religious narratives and his artistic engagement with the Danish Golden Age tradition.