Fog in the Elbe Valley 1821

Caspar David Friedrich's 1821 painting "Fog in the Elbe Valley" is a stunning example of Romanticism in art. It depicts a misty landscape with a distant mountain shrouded in fog, and a sunbeam breaking through the clouds. Friedrich, known for his evocative landscapes, utilizes the elements of nature to create a sense of mystery and awe, characteristic of the Romantic movement. The painting invites viewers to contemplate the vastness of nature and its power, as well as the human experience within its embrace. "Fog in the Elbe Valley" is currently on display at the Alte Nationalgalerie in Berlin, Germany.