Artwork
Pascoli alpini
Pascoli alpini is an oil painting by the Symbolist artist Giovanni Segantini. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Pascoli alpini is a 1897 oil painting by Giovanni Segantini, an artist born in Austria who later became stateless. It is a representative work of the Symbolist movement, characterized by its serene and contemplative depiction of an Alpine pastoral scene.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a shepherd and his flock in a tranquil landscape, with a lake and mountains in the background. The scene conveys a sense of calm, with the shepherd seated on a rock and the sheep grazing peacefully, suggesting a deeper symbolic meaning behind the naturalistic representation.
Technique & Style
Segantini's use of Divisionist techniques is evident in the painting, with loose and expressive brushstrokes capturing the movement and life of the scene. The artist's handling of color and light creates a sense of serenity, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Kunsthaus Zürich collection. Segantini worked in Italy and Switzerland, where he developed his distinctive style, blending Symbolist themes with Divisionist techniques.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni Segantini (15 January 1858 – 28 September 1899) was an Austrian then stateless painter known for his large pastoral landscapes of the Alps.
