Artwork

Düblin, Jacques - Malerei, Strasse in Oberwil

Düblin, Jacques - Malerei, Strasse in Oberwil, by Jacques Düblin, unspecified, 1935
Düblin, Jacques - Malerei, Strasse in Oberwil, by Jacques Düblin, unspecified, 1935

Düblin, Jacques - Malerei, Strasse in Oberwil is an unspecified painting by Jacques Düblin. It dates from 1935 and is held in the collection of the Archaeology and Museum Baselland.

About this work

Overview

Strasse in Oberwil, created in 1935 by Jacques Düblin, is a painting housed in the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a casual street scene with a small tree, low fence, and a background building, characterized by muted colors and expressive brushwork.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is an everyday street corner in Oberwil, focusing on the mundane aspects of the setting. The emphasis on a ordinary scene suggests an interest in capturing the quiet, unassuming nature of daily life.

Technique & Style

The painting features loose, bold brushstrokes with prominent impasto, where thick layers of paint create a textured effect, indicating a possibly rapid execution. The color palette is subdued, predominantly consisting of greens, grays, and accents of red.

History & Provenance

Created in 1935 by Jacques Düblin, the work is currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Context

While specific contextual details about the work's creation are not provided, its style and subject matter align with early 20th-century movements emphasizing everyday life and expressive techniques.

Legacy

Information on the work's impact or legacy beyond its existence in the Museum of Ethnography is not provided.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jacques Düblin

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…