Artwork
Zeichnung
Zeichnung is an unspecified painting by Emil Himmelsbach. It dates from 1950 and is held in the collection of the Archaeology and Museum Baselland.
About this work
Overview
Zeichnung is a drawing created by Emil Himmelsbach around 1950, currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a child with most of their curly hair obscured by a bright orange hat secured by a contrasting blue ribbon. The child's face is partially averted, adding a sense of quiet contemplation to the scene.
Technique & Style
Himmelsbach employed loose, sketchy lines to convey the child's gentle movement and the voluminous shape of the hat. The color palette is predominantly soft, with warm tones (orange, light pink, pale yellow) that are punctuated by the vibrant blue ribbon.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1950, Zeichnung is now housed at the Museum of Ethnography, though specific details about its acquisition or earlier ownership are not provided.
Context
Reflecting Himmelsbach's known playful and expressive style, Zeichnung aligns with his tendency to capture everyday moments with a sense of intimacy and simplicity.
Artist & collection
Artist
Emil Himmelsbach left a small group of quick, colorful sketches and fashion drawings from the early 1900s.
