Northern Mountain Landscape with Waterfall 1647

This oil painting by Allaert van Everdingen, titled "Northern Mountain Landscape with Waterfall," depicts a dramatic scene of a cascading waterfall plunging down the side of a rocky mountain. Created in 1647, the landscape is dominated by jagged cliffs and a winding river snaking through the valley, while the sky is filled with fluffy, white clouds. This dramatic composition is typical of the artist's signature style, which he developed during his travels to Norway. The artist's use of light and shadow to render the rugged terrain creates a sense of depth and awe, immersing the viewer in the beauty of nature. This piece is part of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst collection.