Artwork
The Spring
The Spring is an unspecified painting by Barthélemy Menn. It dates from 1859 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Spring is a painting by Swiss artist Barthélemy Menn, created around 1859. It is a landscape that showcases Menn's emphasis on capturing natural light and atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene scene with a woman and child by a spring, set against a backdrop of mountains and trees. The figures are engaged in a quiet moment, with the child bending to touch the water.
Technique & Style
Menn's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting, drawing the viewer's eye into the tranquil scene. The work reflects his role in introducing plein-air painting and the paysage intime to Swiss art.
History & Provenance
The Spring is held in the Victoria and Albert Museum, representing Menn's contribution to the development of Swiss art in the mid-19th century.
Artist & collection
Artist
Barthélemy Menn (20 May 1815 – 10 October 1893) was a Swiss painter and draughtsman who introduced the principles of plein-air painting and the paysage intime into Swiss art.
