Snow in Art

painting by anonymous

painting by Germain Eugène Bonneton

painting by Adolphe-Ernest Gumery

painting by Luigi Loir

painting by Émile Mathon

painting by Louis-Robert Antral

painting by Hippolyte Camille Delpy

painting by Joseph Le Pan de Ligny

painting by Charles Henry Tenré

painting by F. Séguin

painting by Paul Sourou

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen

painting by Axel Stephansen

This painting depicts André Grétry as a child alongside his chapel master, capturing a moment of interaction that highlights the mentorship and early influences in his life. The scene is set in a snowy environment, with elements such as entrance stairs and a door suggesting a formal or institutional setting. The inclusion of snow adds a sense of atmosphere and season, while the presence of the chapel master indicates a focus on musical training or education. The artwork by Cornélie-Louise Revest offers a glimpse into the personal and professional relationships that shaped Grétry's development as a composer.

The painting depicts the biblical event of the Massacre of the Innocents, set in a winter landscape of the Southern Netherlands. It portrays a scene of chaos and sorrow as Herod's soldiers execute infants, with a cold, desolate atmosphere emphasizing the tragedy. The work is notable for its detailed portrayal of the landscape and the emotional intensity of the scene.

This painting by Peter Becker depicts the legendary foundation of Mulhouse, a historic event that shaped the city's origins. The scene likely portrays the founding of the city, possibly with figures representing its early settlers or leaders, set against a backdrop that suggests the region's natural landscape. The artwork combines historical narrative with visual storytelling, capturing the essence of Mulhouse's establishment through detailed imagery and symbolic elements.

painting by Frits Thaulow (Lillehammer Kunstmuseum, LKM.Dep33)

Bonaparte Crossing the Alps is a 1848–1850 oil painting by French artist Paul Delaroche. The painting depicts Napoleon Bonaparte leading his army through the Alps on a mule, a journey Napoleon and his army of soldiers made in the spring of 1800 in an attempt to surprise the Austrian army in Italy. Several versions of this painting exist: in the Louvre-Lens and the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, England. Queen Victoria owned a small version of it.

This winter landscape painting by Julian Fałat captures the serene beauty of Bystra in 1910. The scene features snow-covered mountains, a frozen river, and scattered trees, creating a tranquil and picturesque winter scene.

The Shortening Winter's Day is Near a Close (1903) and its replicas -- The Shortening Winter's Day is Near a Close and Beneath the Snow Encumbered Branches -- are oil on canvas paintings by Scottish painter Joseph Farquharson. The iconic artworks depict a shepherd tending sheep with the evening sun shining through snowy trees.

Cairn in Snow, also known as Dolmen in the snow, is a landscape painting by the German painter Caspar David Friedrich. Friedrich is noted for his landscapes depicting features such as trees or Gothic ruins, silhouetted against the sky or in morning mists. The painting depicts leafless trees in the winter snow, with the tops of two of the trees broken off and the third bent by the prevailing wind, giving the work a haunted, spectral air. It is a Romantic allegorical landscape, depicting a stone cairn or dolmen set amid three oak trees on a hilltop, with a contemplative melancholy mood. It was probably painted around 1807, making it among Friedrich's first oil paintings. It measures 61 by 80 centimetres and has been held by the Galerie Neue Meister in Dresden since 1905.

This winter landscape painting by Jan van de Cappelle depicts a serene snowy scene with frozen rivers and ice-skaters. The composition features a tranquil sky, snow-covered trees, and a frozen body of water, capturing the quiet beauty of a winter day. The artwork showcases the artist's skill in rendering light and texture in a cold environment.

This winter landscape painting by Anthonie Verstraelen depicts a serene scene covered in snow, with a frozen body of water and figures engaging in ice skating. The composition features a clear sky, trees, and a tranquil atmosphere typical of Dutch Golden Age winter scenes.

This winter landscape painting by Christoffel van den Berghe depicts a serene scene of a frozen river with people ice skating on its surface. The composition features a snowy landscape with a clear sky, emphasizing the tranquility of the winter setting. The artwork captures the beauty of a cold, quiet day with elements of nature and human activity coexisting in harmony.

This winter landscape painting by Esaias van de Velde depicts a serene countryside scene covered in snow. A farmhouse with a thatched roof stands amidst a frozen landscape, with a frozen river or watercourse visible in the foreground. The scene includes figures of people engaging in winter activities such as ice skating, suggesting a quiet, rural atmosphere typical of Dutch Golden Age art.

Hendrick Avercamp's painting depicts a lively winter scene on an icy lake, with people ice skating and a village in the background. The scene includes a barque, houses with thatched roofs, trees, a windmill, and a vertical-lift bridge. The sky is clear with snow-covered surroundings, capturing the essence of a frozen Dutch landscape.

Aert van der Neer's Winter Landscape with Houses depicts a serene winter scene featuring frozen rivers and snow-covered landscapes. The painting showcases traditional Dutch winter scenery with elements such as ice skating, boats, and houses, capturing the quiet beauty of a cold season. It is part of the genre of landscape painting, highlighting the artist's skill in rendering atmospheric conditions and architectural details.

This winter landscape by Jacob van Ruisdael depicts a serene harbor frozen over, with snow-covered trees and a clear sky. The painting captures the quiet beauty of a winter scene, showcasing the artist's mastery of light and texture in the icy environment.

Aert van der Neer's "River view in the winter" depicts a serene winter scene along a river, featuring frozen surfaces, ice skating figures, and a clear sky. The painting captures the quiet beauty of a winter landscape with snow-covered surroundings and subtle atmospheric effects.

This painting by Johannes Adrianus van der Drift depicts The Gevangenpoort, a historic prison gate in The Hague, Netherlands. The scene shows the structure surrounded by snow-covered surroundings, highlighting its architectural details against a winter landscape. The painting captures the grandeur of the fortress and its historical significance.

This painting by Adam van Breen depicts a winter scene of The Vijverberg in The Hague, featuring Prince Maurits and his retinue in the foreground. The scene captures the serene beauty of a snowy landscape with ice-covered surfaces and a clear sky.

This winter scene depicts a frozen canal in a town, with people ice skating and enjoying the snowy landscape. The painting captures the charm of winter activities, featuring a cathedral, windmills, and a barge on the ice. It showcases the serene beauty of a frozen cityscape with elements like trees, houses, and a clear sky.

This watercolor depicts a serene winter scene in the Haagse Bos, a forest near The Hague. Riders on horseback are seen navigating through a snowy landscape, with trees and a clear sky adding to the tranquil atmosphere. The painting captures the quiet beauty of a rural winter setting, characteristic of Anton Mauve's style.

This winter landscape by Jacob Maris depicts a serene rural scene covered in snow. A windmill stands prominently in the foreground, with a willow tree and clouds visible in the sky. The painting captures the quiet beauty of a snowy day, with a bird in flight adding movement to the otherwise still scene.

This winter landscape painting by Willem van der Nat depicts a plow cutting through a snow-covered field. The scene features a raven in flight, a broad-leaved tree, and a clear sky, creating a serene rural atmosphere. The composition highlights the quiet beauty of a snowy countryside, with the plow symbolizing agricultural activity against the winter backdrop.

This watercolor painting by Jacob Maris depicts a windmill surrounded by a snowy landscape. The scene captures the quiet beauty of a winter day, with a clear sky and drifting clouds. The painting showcases Maris' skill in capturing the subtle textures of snow and the peaceful atmosphere of a rural setting.

This painting by Willem Witsen depicts a winter scene along the Kromboomsloot canal in Amsterdam. The scene shows a quiet riverfront with multi-story urban buildings, entrance stairs, and details like doors and windows. Snow-covered streets and a dog walking with a person wearing a shawl add to the serene atmosphere of the cityscape.

This winter scene by Jan van de Cappelle depicts a frozen landscape with snow-covered trees and a frozen river, capturing the serene beauty of a winter day. The painting showcases the artist's skill in rendering the delicate interplay of light and shadow on snow and ice, with a clear sky adding to the tranquil atmosphere.

This Italianate Landscape with Pines by Hendrik Voogd depicts a serene countryside scene. The painting showcases rolling hills, pine trees, and a river surrounded by snow-capped mountains. A path leads through the landscape, with a sky filled with clouds and a distant building visible. The artwork captures the tranquil beauty of an Italian setting, characteristic of the 18th-century landscape genre.

This winter landscape painting by Louis Apol depicts a serene scene with a sunset behind trees, snow-covered ground, and a bridge. The artwork captures the quiet beauty of a cold winter day, with the golden light of the setting sun casting a warm glow through the bare branches.

This winter landscape painting by Barend Cornelis Koekkoek depicts a serene snowy scene with frozen rivers and distant hills. The artwork captures the quiet beauty of a winter day, with a clear sky and subtle hints of early spring in the distant landscape. It is housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing Koekkoek's mastery of atmospheric effects and detailed snowscapes.

This winter landscape painting by Aert van der Neer depicts a serene river scene frozen over, with ice skaters gliding across the surface. The composition features a tree standing alone against the snowy backdrop, with a boat partially visible in the distance. The painting captures the quiet beauty of a winter day, with a clear sky and soft lighting enhancing the tranquil atmosphere.

Winterlandschap is a winter landscape painting by Willem Maris, depicting a serene snowy scene with a tree, house, and sky. The artwork captures the quiet beauty of a winter day, showcasing Maris' skill in rendering light and atmosphere.

This winter landscape painting by Hendrick Avercamp depicts a bustling scene of people ice skating on a frozen river near a town. The composition shows a lively group of individuals enjoying the winter activities, with a clear sky and snow-covered surroundings. The artwork captures the charm of winter in a Dutch town, showcasing Avercamp's skill in portraying frozen landscapes and seasonal activities.