Efterårsmorgen ved Sortedamssøen
Christen Købke · 1838
Why it's great
A quiet autumn morning along a lake in Copenhagen, with the soft light on the water and a few people along the shore. Christen Købke, a Danish Golden Age painter, painted this view of Sortedam Lake in 1838. The cool air is nearly felt. It's one of the most beloved Danish paintings.
Where to see it
📍 Ny Carlsberg GlyptotekCopenhagen, Denmark
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Christen Købke was born in Copenhagen and was a leading painter of the Danish Golden Age. He painted views of the city, the shore and portraits of friends with a light, delicate touch. He died in 1848, at 37.
