Rosenlauigletscher 1868

"Rosenlauigletscher" is a watercolor painting created in 1868 by Danish artist Janus la Cour, who is known for his landscapes. The painting, currently held at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a breathtaking view of the Rosenlauigletscher in Switzerland, with the viewer looking down upon the glacial ice. The painting showcases la Cour's meticulous attention to detail, particularly in his rendering of the glacier's icy texture and the surrounding mountainous landscape. This piece exemplifies the Romantic era's fascination with the sublime, capturing the awe-inspiring grandeur of nature.