Artwork

L'Art Ancien Zurich: View in the Church of the Franciscans, Barfüsser-Kirke

L'Art Ancien Zurich: View in the Church of the Franciscans, Barfüsser-Kirke is a print by the Baroque artist Johan Ulrich Krauss. It dates from 1681 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1681 print by Johan Ulrich Krauss depicts the interior of the Barfüsser-Kirke in Zurich. Held at The Cleveland Museum of Art, it showcases the artist's use of light and shadow to convey a sense of realism.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows the church under renovation, with scaffolding, debris, and workers visible. The scene is characterized by a tall arched window and ornate wall carvings, evoking a sense of the church's original grandeur.

Technique & Style

Krauss employed chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to create depth and a sense of realism in the scene. The print's sketch-like quality suggests a focus on capturing the play of light and shadow.