Artwork
Auferstehung
Auferstehung is an oil painting by the Neoclassicist artist Heinrich Freudweiler. It is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Auferstehung is a 1796 oil painting by Heinrich Freudweiler, a Swiss artist trained in various German cities. The work is part of the Kunsthaus Zürich collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman in a white robe standing in a rocky landscape, holding a large stone slab and a smaller rock. Her serene and contemplative pose suggests a moment of quiet reflection.
Technique & Style
Freudweiler worked in the Neoclassical style, evident in the painting's classical composition and restrained color palette. The use of oil paint allowed for detailed rendering of textures and expressive handling of light.
History & Provenance
Created in 1796, the year before Freudweiler's death, Auferstehung is a late work by the artist, who was known for historical and genre scenes with Swiss themes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Heinrich Freudweiler, a Swiss portrait and genre painter, was born at Zurich in 1755, and was first instructed by H.
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