Who painted Dächer in Venedig?

Dächer in Venedig was painted by Albert von Keller in 1873.

Where can I see Dächer in Venedig?

Dächer in Venedig is held by Kunsthaus Zürich.

What movement is Dächer in Venedig?

Dächer in Venedig is associated with Realism.

Artwork

Dächer in Venedig

Albert von Keller , 1873

Dächer in Venedig is an oil painting by the Realist artist Albert von Keller. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.

About this work

Overview

Dächer in Venedig is an 1873 oil painting by Albert von Keller, housed in the Kunsthaus Zürich. It captures a realistic view of Venetian rooftops, deviating from Keller's more common subject matter of portraits and indoor scenes.

Subject & Meaning

The painting focuses on the mundane aspect of a worn, two-story Venetian building, emphasizing realism through its depiction of everyday, unidealized architecture. A small, unidentified dark object protrudes from the lower section, adding a note of intrigue.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the work showcases Keller's characteristic attention to detail, as seen in the textured rendering of the building's mixed white and brown facade, set against a contrasting blue sky.

History & Provenance

Created in 1873 by Swiss-born, Munich-based artist Albert von Keller, the painting is part of the Kunsthaus Zürich's collection, reflecting Keller's occasional foray into architectural subjects alongside his portrait work.

Context

Dächer in Venedig aligns with the 19th-century realist movement, which prioritized observable, everyday life over idealized themes. Keller's Munich connections and Swiss-German background influenced his artistic approach.

Artist & collection

Artist

Albert von Keller

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.