Et åløb ved en stejleplads 1877 - 1881

"Et åløb ved en stejleplads" (A Race by a Steep Place) is an oil painting created by the Danish artist Hans Smidth between 1877 and 1881. The painting depicts a scene of a race taking place along a narrow waterway, with a wooden structure in the background. The composition is dominated by a large tree on the left, casting a long shadow over the scene. The painting's muted tones and realistic detail evoke a sense of quiet contemplation, capturing a moment of daily life in rural Denmark. This work, currently held at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a testament to Smidth's skill in capturing the subtle beauty of everyday moments and his contribution to the Danish art scene.