En kostald 1871

"En kostald" is a black and white etching by Danish artist A.P. Madsen, created in 1871. This artwork, now held in the Statens Museum for Kunst (SMK), depicts the interior of a cowshed, featuring three cows, two chickens, and a glimpse of a rural landscape through an open door. The detailed and realistic depiction of the animals, their environment, and the play of light and shadow is characteristic of Madsen's style, and showcases his mastery of etching technique. This work exemplifies the Danish Golden Age of art, a period marked by a focus on realism and naturalism, with a particular emphasis on everyday life and rural settings.