Roof Ridge of Frederiksborg Castle with View of Lake, Town and Forrest 1833 - 1834

Christen Købke’s “Roof Ridge of Frederiksborg Castle with View of Lake, Town and Forest” (1833-1834) is a landscape painting depicting a panoramic view from Frederiksborg Castle in Denmark. Købke's signature realistic style is evident in the meticulous detail of the landscape, including the lake, town, and forest in the distance. This work, now housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, captures the essence of Danish romanticism through its peaceful and contemplative atmosphere, making it a treasured masterpiece of Danish art.