Summer Evening at Skagen Beach, P.S. Krøyer, 1899

Summer Evening at Skagen Beach by P.S. Krøyer portrays the artist walking beside his wife, Marie Krøyer, under the moonlit Skagen sky. Painted in 1899, this quiet double portrait is among Krøyer’s most evocative blue-hour paintings.

Why this Krøyer art print stands out

• Depicts P.S. Krøyer and Marie Krøyer walking on Skagen Beach
• Painted during Krøyer’s celebrated blue-hour period
• Moonlight reflects across the still sea
• Soft blue, silver and pale yellow tones create a calm atmosphere
• Printed in the USA on premium 200 gsm matte paper
• Made with FSC-certified paper
• Available in five sizes
• Made when ordered to reduce unnecessary production
• Typical US delivery: 2–5 business days
• Frame is not included

Krøyer and Marie beneath the moon

P.S. Krøyer and Marie Krøyer walk slowly along the shoreline with their dog beside them. A sailing boat appears in the distance, while the moon casts a narrow reflection across the water. The figures occupy only part of the broad coastal landscape, giving the sea and evening sky a strong presence.

Krøyer was fascinated by the blue hour, when daylight lingers after sunset and the colours of the coast become muted. Here, pale clothing, moonlight and calm water are held together by closely balanced shades of blue and grey.

The painting is also a double portrait of two artists. Marie Krøyer had studied painting in Copenhagen and Paris before marrying Krøyer in 1889. In the picture, the couple appear close, yet each seems absorbed in the sea and the fading light.

The original belongs to the Hirschsprung Collection in Copenhagen. The museum’s close connection with Krøyer began through the artist’s lifelong friendship with collectors Heinrich and Pauline Hirschsprung.

“The light of the moon is reflected in the water as the couple look out across the silent sea.”

Source: The Hirschsprung Collection.

Explore more Danish art prints, or pair this moonlit coastal scene with Krøyer’s Midsummer Eve Bonfire on Skagen Beach.

Artwork facts

FAQ

Who is shown in the painting?

The painting depicts P.S. Krøyer walking with his wife, the artist Marie Krøyer, and their dog on Skagen Beach.

Was the painting created in 1893 or 1899?

This particular painting was completed in 1899. It is sometimes confused with Krøyer’s other blue-hour beach paintings from 1892 and 1893.

Where is the original painting?

The original belongs to the Hirschsprung Collection in Copenhagen, which holds the largest collection of Krøyer’s work outside Skagen.

Is the frame included?

No. The poster is supplied unframed, allowing you to select a frame that suits your interior.

Where is the poster printed?

It is printed in the USA and made when ordered. Typical US delivery is 2–5 business days.