Summer Evening at Skagen 1892

"Summer Evening at Skagen" (1892) by Peder Severin Krøyer is a captivating portrayal of a woman in a flowing yellow dress standing by the sea with her dog. The serene scene, characterized by soft light and muted tones, captures the tranquility of a summer evening. Krøyer, a prominent member of the Skagen Painters movement, masterfully depicts the natural beauty of the Danish coast, emphasizing the calming atmosphere through the use of delicate brushstrokes and a gentle color palette. This work, housed at the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek in Copenhagen, exemplifies Krøyer's signature style of Impressionism, capturing a fleeting moment in time with a sense of intimacy and realism.