Vestenvind i Stormgaden 1796 - 1802

"Vestenvind i Stormgaden" (Western Wind in the Storm Street) is an etching created by Danish artist M.W. Schmith between 1796 and 1802. This artwork, currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a woman caught in a powerful wind, her dress billowing and her hair whipping around her face. The dynamic composition, with its strong diagonals and contrasting light and dark areas, conveys the force of the wind and the woman's struggle to maintain her balance. Schmith's meticulous etching technique creates a sense of realism and movement, making the viewer feel the wind's power alongside the woman. This piece exemplifies Schmith's talent for capturing the human form in motion, creating a poignant and evocative image.