This late 19th-century oil painting by Danish artist Eiler Rasmussen Eilersen (1827-1912) depicts an idyllic forest landscape with a cottage and figures.
Within this snapshot of rural Utopia, we see Eilersen’s love for nature coupled with his pride for picturesque Denmark. Every element balanced with precision - a remarkably harmonious scene under the affectionate tints of Mid-Summer. Winding beneath gentle boughs, the river shimmers. Cleverly rendered with algae resting by the bank. While on the left, siblings chat before a timber-framed farmhouse, wisps of smoke rising from its quaint chimney.
Eilersen painted a romantic vision. One of a perfect Denmark in contrast to its busy cities. His luscious dreamlike woodlands are abundant with birdsong. They appeal to the heart, which is exactly what his patrons needed.
Held within its original 19th-century gilt frame.
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Medium: Oil on canvas
Overall size: 58” x 47” / 148cm x 120cm
Year of creation: c. 1890
Condition: Artwork presents well. Frame with some light wear.
Artist’s auction maximum: £14,000
Eiler Rasmussen Eilersen trained at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts where he was awarded a travel scholarship and later became a member. He exhibited widely, including at the Exposition Universelle in 1889.
Learn more about Eiler Rasmussen Eilersen in our directory.
We care profoundly about our role as custodians and every piece in the collection has been assessed by our conservator. When required, we undertake professional restoration carefully using reversible techniques and adopt a light touch to retain the aged charm of each work. We also often restore frames rather than replace them as many are original and selected by the artists themselves.
