Artwork
Do Linh, Marie - Mischtechnik, In Mooren
Do Linh, Marie - Mischtechnik, In Mooren is an unspecified painting by Marie Do Linh. It dates from 2020 and is held in the collection of the Archaeology and Museum Baselland.
About this work
Overview
Marie Do Linh’s 2020 work titled “Mischtechnik, In Mooren” is a mixed‑media image in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The composition centers on a dimly rendered figure in a green coat, set against a coarse, shadowy backdrop punctuated by faint white and muted tonal streaks.
Subject & Meaning
The central silhouette appears as a solitary presence, its form softened and partially obscured, suggesting anonymity or introspection. Hovering above the figure, a pale, cloud‑like shape resembles a floating hat or veil, adding an ethereal, perhaps protective, element to the scene.
Technique & Style
Do Linh employs a mixed‑technique approach, combining traditional painting with impasto. Thick, uneven applications of pigment create a tactile surface, while the layered washes produce a hazy atmosphere. The contrast between the vivid green coat and the rough, dark background heightens visual tension.
History & Provenance
Created in 2020, the piece entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings shortly after its completion, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the institution’s interest in contemporary works that explore materiality and ambiguous narrative.
Artist & collection
Artist
Marie Do Linh painted thick, layered scenes of Dutch moors using an old mixed-technique that blends oil and resin.
