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Mainlandschaft mit Fischern (der Jüngere?)

Mainlandschaft mit Fischern (der Jüngere?), by Christian Georg Schütz, unspecified, 1755
Mainlandschaft mit Fischern (der Jüngere?), by Christian Georg Schütz, unspecified, 1755

Mainlandschaft mit Fischern (der Jüngere?) is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Christian Georg Schütz. It dates from 1755 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Mainlandschaft mit Fischern, attributed to Christian Georg Schütz the Younger, is a 1755 painting housed at the Alte Pinakothek. The work depicts a serene landscape with a prominent body of water, rolling hills, trees, and a distant castle atop a hill.

Subject & Meaning

The scene focuses on everyday activities along the water's edge, including fishing from both shore and a small boat. The overall atmosphere conveys tranquility and peacefulness, emphasizing a serene natural setting with human presence.

Technique & Style

While specific technical aspects are not detailed, the painting's use of light to create a peaceful atmosphere suggests the influence of chiaroscuro principles, though this is not explicitly confirmed in the available information.

History & Provenance

Created in 1755 by Christian Georg Schütz (the attribution to 'the Younger' is noted with a question mark, indicating some uncertainty), the painting is currently part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection.

Artist & collection