Mountain Landscape 1735

Johann Christian Vollerdt's 1735 oil painting "Mountain Landscape" depicts a picturesque scene of a valley with a bridge and a small village. This work is representative of the Rococo period's focus on idyllic landscapes and pastoral life. Vollerdt, a German painter, was known for his detailed and atmospheric depictions of nature. The painting, currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Vollerdt's mastery of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and realism in the mountainous landscape.