Tistedalen ved Frederikshald i Norge 1788

"Tistedalen ved Frederikshald i Norge" (1788) by Erik Pauelsen is a landscape painting that depicts a picturesque valley scene in Norway. The artwork features a river winding through a valley surrounded by lush greenery and forested hills, with a small village nestled on the riverbank. The composition is typical of the 18th-century tradition of landscape painting, showcasing the beauty of nature and the idyllic life of the countryside. This painting is a prime example of the artist's talent for capturing natural detail, and a valuable record of the landscape of Norway in the 18th century. The painting is currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.