Julius Paulsen, Big Clouds

Julius Paulsen, Big CloudsThis early 20th century plein air oil painting by Danish artist Julius Paulsen (1860 1940) depicts a Summer landscape with a vast cloud covered sky. Its painted quickly with a rhythmical approach. Paulsen was highly regarded during his lifetime and predominantly known for his finer works. However, during the late 1920s early 1930s, he produced numerous views such as this, with comparatively loose handling. In 1930, he was 70 years old, and, like many

The second engraving is based upon a drawing by Charles Abraham Chasselat (1782-1843) and depicts ‘Daphnis and Chloe’ - a young couple hopelessly in love

utilising his full technical prowess as an accomplished draughtsman

in a landscape

She reminds us a little of Grace Kelly’s effortless style so perhaps she’s also an actress or model

George Vicat Cole

There’s also an interesting visual interaction between the illuminated figure and the silhouetted church

subdued landscapes

The boots in the foreground are also an intriguing addition

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This fine late 19th-century nocturne by Danish artist Carl Bille (1815-1898) depicts an atmospheric coastal view

It’s painted with a loose touch and an emphasis on the quiet mood of the evening sun

A charming little painting of a contented French fisherman resting his chin on his arm