Kveld Paa Soletunet I Eggedal 

Theodor Severin Kittelsen made this drawing, "Evening at Soletunet in Eggedal," using pencil on paper. Kittelsen lived in a time of growing nationalism in Norway and became known for his illustrations of fairy tales and folklore. Here, Kittelsen presents a stark image of rural life. Two dilapidated barns stand against the backdrop of rolling hills, evoking a sense of isolation and hardship. The evening light casts long shadows, adding to the somber mood. There's a melancholy to the scene. Kittelsen often depicted the Norwegian landscape as a reflection of the nation's soul, and in this drawing, we sense a connection to the land, but also a struggle for survival. Kittelsen’s work offers us a chance to reflect on the relationship between national identity, rural life, and the emotional weight of history. It reminds us that landscapes are not just physical spaces, but are imbued with cultural meaning and personal experience.