Adolph Tidemand

Norwegian, 1814–1876

Adolph Tidemand (1814–1876) was a Norwegian painter associated with romantic nationalism and the Düsseldorf school of painting. Born in Mandal, Norway, he studied art in Christiania, Copenhagen, and Düsseldorf, and spent time in Italy. Tidemand became known for his depictions of Norwegian rural life and history, including collaborations with Hans Gude and commissions for the royal palace of Oscarshall. His works often focused on Norwegian farm culture, folk traditions, and peasant life.

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119 artworks

Bridal Procession on the Hardangerfjord, oil painting by Adolph Tidemand, featuring a joyful bridal scene.

Bridal Procession on the Hardangerfjord

Adolph Tidemand

Fra Haugsbygd by Adolph Tidemand, genre scene with figures in a landscape, oil painting

Fra Haugsbygd

Adolph Tidemand

Ruins of a cathedral under a Nordic sky, oil on canvas by Adolph Tidemand

Domkirkeruinen, Hamar

Adolph Tidemand

Landscape view featuring mountains and a river by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting

View from Gudvangen

Adolph Tidemand

Oil painting by Adolph Tidemand depicting mountains and a valley.

View of Gudvangen

Adolph Tidemand

Hagestad prestegård, Ulvik i Hardanger by Adolph Tidemand, oil on canvas depicting a Norwegian farmhouse.

Hagestad prestegård, Ulvik i Hardanger

Adolph Tidemand

Landscape depicting rural life with sunlight and greenery by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting

Fra Gulsvik

Adolph Tidemand

Country Road by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting depicting a dirt road, trees, and wildflowers.

Country Road

Adolph Tidemand

Landscape with a serene lake and forest by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting

From Kullen in Sweden

Adolph Tidemand

Landscape by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting, featuring soft light and textures.

Untitled

Adolph Tidemand

Landscape of Glomma ved Åmot by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting depicting a river and distant hills.

Glomma ved Åmot

Adolph Tidemand

Landscape oil painting by Adolph Tidemand depicting fields and hills under a gentle sky

Farm at Goldsheim

Adolph Tidemand

Millstream by Adolph Tidemand, oil on canvas depicting a serene landscape with a shimmering stream.

Millstream

Adolph Tidemand

Sandskrent by Adolph Tidemand, oil on canvas depicting a solitary figure in a rugged landscape.

Sandskrent

Adolph Tidemand

Farmhouse at Bolkesjø by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting of a decaying farmhouse in a landscape.

Farmhouse at Bolkesjø

Adolph Tidemand

Forest Study from Numedal by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting depicting a tranquil forest with dappled light.

Forest Study from Numedal

Adolph Tidemand

Landskap by Adolph Tidemand, oil on canvas depicting lush greenery and gentle hills.

Landskap

Adolph Tidemand

Study of a Pine Tree by Adolph Tidemand, oil on canvas depicting a towering pine in a lush landscape.

Study of a Pine Tree

Adolph Tidemand

Figurative scene depicting emotion and depth, oil painting by Adolph Tidemand

Stein, Vikøy

Adolph Tidemand

Study of an old Farm by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting depicting a rural landscape.

Study of an old Farm

Adolph Tidemand

Landscape from Nes in Hallingdal by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting depicting a stream and mountains

Landscape from Nes in Hallingdal

Adolph Tidemand

From the Coast near Mandal by Adolph Tidemand, oil on canvas depicting waves and cliffs

From the Coast near Mandal

Adolph Tidemand

Forest Study by Adolph Tidemand, oil on canvas depicting lush foliage and a towering canopy.

Forest Study

Adolph Tidemand

Old German Farm by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting of a thatched-roof farmhouse in golden light.

Old German Farm

Adolph Tidemand

Study of an Oak by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting of a majestic oak tree with detailed bark and branches.

Study of an Oak

Adolph Tidemand

Landscape Study by Adolph Tidemand, oil painting depicting trees and hills.

Landscape Study

Adolph Tidemand

Study of Dog Roses and Ferns by Adolph Tidemand, depicting dog roses and ferns in an unknown medium.

Study of Dog Roses and Ferns

Adolph Tidemand

A weathered farmer with a red cap gazes steadily, framed by unruly hair and sunburnt skin.

Portrait of a Farmer from Vossevangen

Adolph Tidemand

Two women in a dimly lit room engage in a silent dialogue, with a fortune-teller gesturing over a cradle.

The Fortune-teller

Adolph Tidemand

A mother anxiously holds her ill child in a dimly lit room, while the father sits rigidly on the bed.

The ill child

Adolph Tidemand

A child with pale hair gazes directly at the viewer, wearing a white blouse and red vest, seated on a log.

Portrait of Sella Larsdatter Vikør

Adolph Tidemand

A portrait of a man with a thoughtful gaze, dressed in a dark coat against a softly lit background.

Anton Martin Schweigaard

Adolph Tidemand

A woman at a spinning wheel with a child reading beside her, illuminated by warm light in a quiet, intimate setting.

By the Spinning Wheel

Adolph Tidemand

A quiet Norwegian farmhouse interior with light illuminating a rustic bench and household items.

Farm Interior from Gulsvik in Hallingdal

Adolph Tidemand

A farmer making barrel hoops in a dimly lit interior, with a boy observing him.

Interior from Vikøy with Farmer making Barrel Hoops

Adolph Tidemand

A central figure with a halo extends a hand in welcome to a group of children gathered around.

La de små barn komme til meg

Adolph Tidemand

A weathered man with a slightly askew tall hat and a red scarf, his face showing deep lines and a squinting expression.

Man with Hat

Adolph Tidemand

A young boy nervously presents a yellow loaf of bread in a wooden interior, with a woman gently pushing him forward and a seated man watching.

Anmeldelse til konfirmasjon

Adolph Tidemand

A woman gazes upward, wearing a traditional headscarf and dark dress, with a plain background emphasizing her expression.

Portrait of Elseberg Herrestvedt

Adolph Tidemand

A woman gazes steadily at the viewer, her face illuminated against a dark background, showcasing endurance and dignity.

Portrait of Ingeborg Skjønne from Numedal

Adolph Tidemand

A portrait of a farmer with an intense gaze, set against a dark, swirling background.

Portrait of the Farmer Østen Tollefsen from Sandaak

Adolph Tidemand

A close-up portrait of a boy with wide eyes and a gentle flush on his cheeks, set against a dark background.

Portrait Study of a Boy

Adolph Tidemand

A portrait of an old man with a long beard, gazing upward against a warm background.

Portrait Study of an old Man

Adolph Tidemand

Three generations gathered on a wooden bench, animated by conversation and curiosity, with a visitor at the door.

Neighbours

Adolph Tidemand

A close-up of a figure in armor with a beard, gazing off to the side, set against a minimal background.

Figure Study for Christian IV founding Christiania

Adolph Tidemand

A startled man beside a barrel in a dark cellar, illuminated by a lantern, gazes at a shadowy, horned fiddler.

The Devil's Reel

Adolph Tidemand

A serene landscape featuring a winding road, stone fence, and scattered houses under a dramatic sky.

Fra Østre Aker Oslo Museum OB.0

Adolph Tidemand

A boy sits hunched at a wooden table in a storeroom, surrounded by chests and a green-glass bottle, illuminated by sunlight.

Old Storeroom in Vikøy

Adolph Tidemand

A peasant woman from Telemark sits with her hands folded, wearing a vivid red headscarf against a muted background.

Peasant Woman from Telemark

Adolph Tidemand

A boat with fire-lit figures poised between water and sky, illuminated against a dark, moonlit backdrop.

Fishing with a harpoon

Adolph Tidemand

An aging man seated on a plain wooden chair, gazing beyond the viewer against a raw canvas background.

Portrait of Asle Hermandsøn from Hallingdal

Adolph Tidemand

A serene riverbank scene with gentle water reflections and distant trees, painted with visible brushwork.

Landscape Study NG.M.00302 086 National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design

Adolph Tidemand

A dun horse stands alert in a grassy field, with distant blue hills and a pale sky in the background.

A dun Horse

Adolph Tidemand

A detailed portrait of a weathered farmer with a direct gaze, wearing a red waistcoat and dark jacket.

Portrait Study of the Farmer Jan Sandve[?]

Adolph Tidemand

A hunter in a heavy coat holds up a bird while his son reaches out in excitement, with a mother and younger child watching.

Jegeren kommer hjem

Adolph Tidemand

A young artist focused on his sketchbook, surrounded by a lush forest and a glimmering stream.

A Painter at his Paint Box

Adolph Tidemand

A weary bear hunter sits in a chair surrounded by curious family members, with a boy displaying a bear pelt.

The Return of the Bear Hunter

Adolph Tidemand

A girl with golden hair and a traditional dress pauses her knitting, gazing at the viewer.

Portrait of Syneve Larsdatter from Vikør

Adolph Tidemand

A cabin interior with sunlight filtering through a window onto a wooden floor, featuring a figure by the hearth.

Farm Interior from Skjønne in Numedal

Adolph Tidemand

A young woman knitting and a barefoot boy seated on a sack, both immersed in their own worlds.

Figur Studies from Mora in Sweden

Adolph Tidemand

A pair of elders sit in a quiet room, surrounded by simple objects that reflect their daily life and enduring presence.

Old Age Solitude

Adolph Tidemand

A young woman in traditional Norwegian costume gazes thoughtfully, her features illuminated against a muted background.

Portrait of Gunild Olsdatter from Tinn

Adolph Tidemand

A somber gathering around a casket in a wooden room, with mourners displaying sorrow and fatigue.

Funeral Feast

Adolph Tidemand

A portrait study of an old man with pale hair and blue eyes, conveying dignity and vulnerability.

Old Man, Portrait Study

Adolph Tidemand

A young boy in a rustic apron stands with his hands in his pockets, surrounded by a dimly lit workshop.

A Joiner's Apprentice

Adolph Tidemand

Portrait of Simon Toldstad. Study

Adolph Tidemand

A young girl with her hands folded in her lap, her face turned slightly away, wearing a blue and grey checked dress.

Portrait of a young girl

Adolph Tidemand

A young woman’s head with dark braids, set against a bare, unfinished ground, her gaze steady and reserved.

Portrat Study of Mariuccia

Adolph Tidemand

A bride in a white crown and cloak rides side-saddle at the head of a wedding procession through a forest.

Wedding Procession Through the Fores

Adolph Tidemand

A woman gazes thoughtfully beyond the canvas, her dark dress contrasted by a white lace collar and a gold brooch.

Portrait of Mrs. Duus

Adolph Tidemand

A woman working at a sink in a warmly lit kitchen with stone tiles and shelves of bread.

Kitchen Interior

Adolph Tidemand

A young woman with her head bowed, caught in a moment of introspection, surrounded by a loose, brown background.

Study for After the Fight

Adolph Tidemand

A close-up of an old man's face, illuminated by light, with silvery hair and a contemplative expression.

Study of an old Man

Adolph Tidemand

A man with a steady gaze, dressed in formal attire, set against a stark background.

Johannes Flintoe

Adolph Tidemand

A dignified woman gazes steadily, adorned in traditional headwear and intricate jewelry against a dark background.

Portrait of Anna Gulsvig

Adolph Tidemand

A quiet farm interior with light streaming through a window, illuminating the floor and scattered leaves.

Farm Interior

Adolph Tidemand

A dim kitchen illuminated by a shaft of light, highlighting copper pots and stone steps.

German Kitchen

Adolph Tidemand

A quiet farm interior featuring a carved wooden bed, staircase, and worn floorboards illuminated by light from a doorway.

Farm Interior from Sandak

Adolph Tidemand

A man speaks passionately atop a table, illuminated by a shaft of light, surrounded by attentive listeners in a humble wooden interior.

Low Church Devotion

Adolph Tidemand

A woman in a red shawl adjusts a man's collar while they sit on a horse in a grey, damp landscape.

Farmer and Wife returning from Church

Adolph Tidemand

A young woman with a lace collar and ringlets sits in a red velvet chair, framed by dark drapery.

Portrait of Caroline Nerdrum

Adolph Tidemand

A dim interior with figures leaning inward, focused on a slumped man being cradled by a woman, surrounded by anxious villagers.

Sketch for The Return of the Bear Hunter

Adolph Tidemand

A portrait of a woman with a direct gaze, set against a glowing red background, showcasing her delicate attire and ornate earring.

Claudine Marie Birgitte Tidemand

Adolph Tidemand

A mother and her children in a humble interior, illuminated by a shaft of light, depicting a moment of shared necessity.

Charity

Adolph Tidemand

A woman sits at a loom in a Norwegian home, framed by a green door adorned with folk motifs, illuminated by afternoon light.

Woman at the Loom, Gulsvik

Adolph Tidemand

A woman gazes intently, her features softly illuminated, wearing a grey headscarf and an orange neck piece.

Portrait of Guro Sivertsdatter Travendal

Adolph Tidemand

An interior view of a church showcasing detailed architecture and warm light.

Interior from the Church at Voss

Adolph Tidemand

Two goats in a stable, one standing alert and the other resting on straw, illuminated by soft golden light.

Two Goats

Adolph Tidemand

A portrait of a woman with a direct gaze, wearing a headscarf and a silver brooch, set against a dark background.

Portrait of Ingeborg Anderdatter Gulsvig

Adolph Tidemand

A crowd of villagers gathers in the snow, looking at a sheaf of grain atop a pole, with children playing and adults observing.

Norwegian Christmas Tradition

Adolph Tidemand