Christen Købke’s A Rocky Coast, Capri captures the rugged beauty of Capri’s coastline with remarkable attention to light and texture. Painted during Købke’s Italian travels, this piece reflects his dedication to landscape painting and natural realism. The depiction of sunlit rocks against the blue Mediterranean Sea reveals Købke’s mastery in using light and shadow to evoke depth and atmosphere. The work invites viewers into a tranquil moment on the shore, capturing the timeless allure of the Italian coastline.
1843
Artist: Christen Købke (1810–1848) Medium: Oil on canvas Collection: Statens Museum for Kunst