Bondegård 1832

"Bondegård" (Farmyard), a watercolor painting by Danish artist Martinus Rørbye (1803–1848) and created in 1832, depicts a simple rural scene with a focus on the architecture and natural elements. The piece captures a rustic farmstead with a central wooden building, a partially visible second structure and a wooden gate leading to a path. Rørbye’s delicate brushstrokes and muted color palette create a sense of serenity and a close connection to the natural world. This work, currently held at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, showcases the artist’s keen eye for detail and his ability to create atmospheric landscapes.