Artwork
Soldaten in der Kantine
Soldaten in der Kantine is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Friedrich Friedländer. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
Friedrich Friedländer's 1875 painting Soldaten in der Kantine is an oil-on-canvas work depicting a group of soldiers in a canteen. It is part of the Kunsthistorisches Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows soldiers in military uniforms gathered around a table, some holding drinks, in a dimly lit room. A dog on the floor adds warmth to the relaxed atmosphere, suggesting camaraderie among the men.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, Soldaten in der Kantine reflects Friedländer's shift from historical subjects to genre scenes, influenced by his studies under Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller and exposure to European art centers.
History & Provenance
Friedländer, born in Bohemia in 1825, studied at the Vienna Academy and traveled to Italy, Düsseldorf, and Paris, before creating this work in 1875.
Artist & collection
Artist
Friedrich Friedländer, later Friedrich Ritter von Friedländer-Malheim (Mahlheim) (January 10, 1825 – June 13, 1901), was a Bohemian-Austrian painter.
