The Buildings of the Asiatic Company, seen from St. Annæ Street 

Vilhelm Hammershøi's "The Buildings of the Asiatic Company, seen from St. Annæ Street" exemplifies his distinctive style of Danish realism. The painting captures the quietude and austere beauty of a Copenhagen cityscape, with the focus on two towering buildings separated by a low, archway passage. Hammershøi masterfully utilizes muted tones, highlighting the subtle play of light and shadow across the brickwork and windows. His precise brushstrokes create a sense of stillness and contemplation, characteristic of his works, which often explore themes of solitude and urban life.