Landscape with Sleeping Woman 1649 - 1703

"Landscape with Sleeping Woman" (1649-1703) by Eglon van der Neer, a Dutch Golden Age painter, is a small, yet captivating work of art. This oil-on-panel painting, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a woman in repose amidst a lush forest. The composition's depth and intricate details of the foliage create a sense of mystery and evoke a feeling of tranquility. The intimate scale of the artwork and the subdued colors contribute to its introspective quality, inviting viewers to contemplate the scene and its potential narratives.