Heste i Dyrehaven 1896

"Heste i Dyrehaven" (Horses in the Deer Park) is an 1896 oil painting by Danish artist M. Therkildsen, known for his detailed and realistic animal paintings. The artwork, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a group of horses resting in a field under a canopy of flowering trees, likely apple trees in the Dyrehaven, a large forest north of Copenhagen. The natural light, the detailed depiction of the horses, and the peaceful ambiance evoke a sense of serenity and connection to nature. This characteristic scene showcases Therkildsen's ability to capture the beauty of everyday life, capturing the essence of the Danish landscape.