Skov i sne 1899

Adolph Larsen created this print called ‘Forest in Snow’ in 1899. This image speaks to the social and cultural history of landscape art in Denmark during the late 19th century. Consider the visual codes: the solitary figure walking into the distance, the bare trees, and the blanket of snow. These elements evoke feelings of solitude and contemplation. The image creates meaning through cultural references and historical associations. The late 19th century in Denmark was a time of rapid social and economic change. As cities grew and industrialization spread, many artists and writers turned to nature as a source of inspiration and solace. The role of the historian is to understand art, remembering that it is contingent on social and institutional context. By researching the artistic movements, social conditions, and exhibition histories of the time, we can gain a deeper understanding of the cultural work this print performs.