Landscape with a Building in the Background 1857 - 1861

Lorenz Frølich's "Landscape with a Building in the Background" is a small-scale oil painting depicting a dense woodland scene. Executed between 1857 and 1861, the artwork showcases Frølich's ability to capture the nuances of nature with delicate brushstrokes and a light, airy palette. The composition focuses on a path winding through the trees, with the distant horizon hinted at by a hazy sky and a building barely visible in the background. The overall effect is one of tranquility and serenity, inviting the viewer to experience the peacefulness of the natural world. The work, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, exemplifies Frølich's mastery of landscape painting and his keen eye for detail.