‘Skovlyst’. A forester’s house, Hillerød 1812 - 1813

Johan Christian Dahl's ‘Skovlyst’. A forester’s house, Hillerød’ (1812-1813) is a picturesque landscape painting depicting a quaint house with a thatched roof and a red-tiled gable, nestled amidst a lush forest. The composition is balanced by two large trees framing the scene, leading the eye towards the house. The painting’s serene atmosphere, rendered in meticulous detail, is further enhanced by a soft sky with wispy clouds. This work showcases Dahl's signature romanticism and meticulous portrayal of natural elements.