Artwork

Flüelen, on the Lake of Lucerne

Flüelen, on the Lake of Lucerne, by Karl Heffner, oil, 1897
Flüelen, on the Lake of Lucerne, by Karl Heffner, oil, 1897

Flüelen, on the Lake of Lucerne is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Karl Heffner. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Flüelen, on the Lake of Lucerne is an oil painting by Karl Heffner, dated to around 1897, and is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring a lake, surrounding mountains, and a village with a church and other buildings, conveying a sense of peace and tranquility.

Technique & Style

Heffner employed a range of colors to capture the scene's beauty, from deep blues and greens for the lake and mountains to warm tones for the buildings and trees, creating an idyllic atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Artist

Karl Heffner

Karl Heffner (1849–1925) was an artist, born in Würzburg.