Hans Gude

Hans Gude, born in 1825 in Oslo and died in 1903 in Berlin, was a Norwegian painter known for his landscapes and depictions of the Norwegian countryside. His works, such as 'The Bridal Procession on the Hardangerfjord' and 'The Waterfall at Trollhättan,' are admired for their detailed realism and atmospheric effects, capturing the essence of the Norwegian landscape and nature. Influenced by the Düsseldorf School and his contemporary Andreas Achenbach, Gude's technique involved a refined and picturesque approach to composition and color, conveying the beauty and grandeur of the natural world. His career was marked by his ability to depict the harmony and tranquility of the Norwegian landscape, making him a celebrated figure in 19th-century Scandinavian painting.