Hans Andersen Brendekilde
1859–1942 · Danish · 30 artworks
RealismSocial RealismRealistic depiction of rural lifeUse of light and shadow to create atmosphereDetailed rendering of figures and landscapesSocial commentary through artNaturalistic color palettes
artist bio
Hans Andersen Brendekilde was a Danish painter and artist known for his realistic depictions of rural life and landscapes. He was a key figure in the Danish Realism and Social Realism movements, capturing the everyday lives of peasants and the beauty of the Danish countryside.
what you'll learn
Studying Brendekilde's work allows students to understand the principles of Realism and Social Realism, focusing on accurate representation and social commentary. Students can learn about composition, color theory, and the portrayal of everyday life in art.
30 artworks
Summer Day in Jyllinge. Lilacs in Bloom and Little Girls in the Village Street
1922
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Bedstefader Kommer Paa Besøg
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Landsbyparti Med Ung Kvinde
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Gamle Lines Fødselsdag.
1916
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A Sower of the Field on a Sunny Spring Day at Brendekilde Church
1914
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To børn i en landsby gade
1921
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Brendekilde bauernpaar
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Dänische Dorfstraße Mit Bäuerin Und Milchmann
1880
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Snelandskab
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To Søstre I En Have
1909
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A Village Road with a Woman and Child Walking Hand in Hand
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Abel's Offer
1908
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The Visit
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Scenery from a Village with Persons in Conversation
1923
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Spring. a Young Couple in a Rowing Boat on Odense Ã…
1896
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Winter
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In Thought
1906
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Wooded Path in Autumn
1902
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While Reading the Newspaper News
1912
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To Piger Plukker Blomster I Forårsskov.
1903
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The First of November
1884
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Village Scene in the Early Spring.
1910
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A Fountain in Rome
1922
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Afternoon Work
1918
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At the Garden Bank
1913
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Have You Seen My Kitten?
1914
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Springtime; the First Anemones
1889
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Besøg Hos Bedstemor
1914
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Portrait of Laurits Andersen Ring
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Bondehus med eng blomster
1909
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