Peder Mørk Mønsted was a Danish painter and one of the most outstanding representatives of realism in Nordic art. His works often depict idyllic landscapes, rural scenes and forests, characterized by an extraordinary level of detail and an almost photographic quality. Mønsted was an extremely popular artist during his lifetime. His works were exhibited throughout Europe and were very popular with art collectors. His depictions of river and snow landscapes in particular made him a celebrity on the art scene.