Artwork

Tessiner Dorf

Tessiner Dorf, by Johann Wilhelm von Tscharner, oil, 1915
Tessiner Dorf, by Johann Wilhelm von Tscharner, oil, 1915

Tessiner Dorf is an oil painting by Johann Wilhelm von Tscharner. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.

About this work

Overview

Tessiner Dorf is an oil painting created in 1915 by Johann Wilhelm von Tscharner, currently part of the collection at the Kunsthaus Zürich.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene village nestled within a mountainous landscape, characterized by earth-toned buildings, verdant foliage, and snow-capped peaks in the background.

Technique & Style

The work showcases expressive brushstrokes and layered paint, contributing to a textured appearance that imparts a sense of depth and dynamic movement.

History & Provenance

Created in 1915, the painting is now held in the permanent collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich, Switzerland.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Kunsthaus Zürich open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.