“Nevlungshavn,” created by Odd Nerdrum in 1982, is an oil painting on canvas that belongs to the Kitsch art movement. This genre painting measures 195 x 263 cm, and its detailed and realistic portrayal places it firmly within Nerdrum’s oeuvre.
The artwork depicts a serene scene by the sea, where several figures are engaged in various activities by the water’s edge. The setting is luminous, with the clear, still water reflecting the figures and the sky above. Three main characters stand out in the foreground, two of which are in the process of drying off with towels while the other bends down towards the ground. Further back, additional figures either walk or lounge in the shallow waters. The painting captures an idyllic moment, emphasizing the tranquility and simplicity of life by the sea. Nerdrum’s meticulous attention to detail and use of light imbue the composition with a sense of timelessness and calm.
