Artwork
Diner im 17. Jahrhundert (Variante)
Diner im 17. Jahrhundert (Variante) is an oil painting by the Realist artist Albert von Keller. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich. Diner im 17.
About this work
Overview
Diner im 17. Jahrhundert (Variatie) is a 1869 oil painting by Albert von Keller, a German painter of Swiss descent. The work is part of the Kunsthaus Zürich collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a 17th-century interior scene where a group of people are gathered around a table, with one person standing at the center. The figures are set against a dark background, creating a sense of contrast.
Technique & Style
Keller employed chiaroscuro to create depth and volume in the scene. The use of light and shadow adds drama, drawing attention to the central figure, and is characteristic of his realist style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albert von Keller (27 April 1844 in Gais, Switzerland – 14 July 1920 in Munich, Germany) was a German painter of Swiss ancestry. He specialized in portraits and indoor scenes. Female figures are a prominent feature of his work.
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