The low-lying evening sun casts long shadows on the gardens and whitewashed facades along a peaceful village lane in Sønderho, on the island of Fanø. On the right, there are two women absorbed in conversation at a garden gate; somewhat further away, another pair of women are approaching.
Because of his artistic training in Dresden, August Wilckens felt a bond with this city along the Elbe and the art scene there for the rest of his life. However, today, his work is better known and largely pres...
Signature: Signed: A. Wilckens, lower right
Kunsthandel, Deutschland (2004); MKdW (2004).
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