Artwork
Düblin, Jacques - Malerei, Von Farben umgeben
Düblin, Jacques - Malerei, Von Farben umgeben is an unspecified painting by Jacques Düblin. It dates from 1961 and is held in the collection of the Archaeology and Museum Baselland.
About this work
Overview
Jacques Düblin’s 1961 oil painting, titled *Malerei, Von Farben umgeben*, is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The canvas presents a solitary male figure positioned before a table, set against a vivid, multicolored backdrop that includes shades of green, blue, red and brown.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure wears a hat, a dark jacket and a white shirt, suggesting a formal or work‑related role. Objects scattered on the table imply an activity of study or craftsmanship, though the precise narrative remains open to interpretation.
Technique & Style
Düblin employs a layered palette that juxtaposes saturated hues with more muted tones, creating a sense of spatial depth. The contrast between the figure’s dark clothing and the bright surroundings emphasizes the subject while allowing the background colors to envelop the scene.
History & Provenance
Completed in 1961, the work entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date, where it remains on display as part of the institution’s modern European painting collection.
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…
