Artwork
Onkel und Nichten
Onkel und Nichten is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Arnold Corrodi. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Arnold Corrodi’s oil work from 1874, titled “Onkel und Nichten,” is part of the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich. The canvas measures a modest size and depicts a leisurely garden scene populated by several figures in period attire.
Subject & Meaning
The composition gathers a small group in an outdoor setting: a young girl in a red dress stands beside an older seated man, while another woman watches from a bench. The relaxed posture and informal interaction suggest a familial or social gathering, emphasizing intimacy and domestic comfort.
Technique & Style
Corrodi employs a warm palette and soft, diffused lighting to create a sense of coziness. The brushwork is smooth, and layers of translucent glaze build depth in the foliage and clothing, a method typical of 19th‑century academic painting.
History & Provenance
Created in 1874, the painting entered the holdings of the Kunsthaus Zürich, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s focus on Swiss artists of the late nineteenth century.
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