Aften ved Balestrand 1866

amaldusnielsen

abstract painting

impressionist painting style

landscape

possibly oil pastel

handmade artwork painting

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Aften ved Balestrand" (Evening at Balestrand) is a tranquil landscape painting by Norwegian artist Amaldus Nielsen, created in 1866. The painting depicts a serene scene of a fjord with a small sailboat moored near a wooden boathouse. The mountains in the background are painted in soft, muted hues, creating a sense of peace and solitude. Nielsen's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth and realism to the composition. The painting is a testament to Nielsen's talent for capturing the beauty of the Norwegian landscape, and it continues to be admired for its romantic and evocative qualities.