Artwork
Düblin, Jacques - Malerei, Bach bei Oberwil
Düblin, Jacques - Malerei, Bach bei Oberwil is an unspecified painting by Jacques Düblin. It dates from 1929 and is held in the collection of the Archaeology and Museum Baselland.
About this work
Overview
Jacques Düblin's 1929 painting, Bach bei Oberwil, is a serene landscape held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a peaceful scene featuring a wooden bridge with a single railing, set amidst lush greenery and trees, overlooking a body of water with distant buildings on the opposite shore, evoking a sense of idyllic tranquility.
Technique & Style
Düblin's use of color and light in Bach bei Oberwil achieves a pronounced depth and atmospheric effect, contributing to the painting's calming mood.
History & Provenance
Created in 1929, the painting is part of the Museum of Ethnography's holdings, though specific details about its acquisition or earlier ownership are not provided here.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacques Düblin painted scenes from everyday life in mid-20th-century Europe. His works include garden taverns like *Gartenwirtschaft Neuwil*, quiet riverbanks in *Bach bei Oberwil*, and a self-portrait of the artist at…
