Who painted Bildnis Lydia Welti-Escher?

Bildnis Lydia Welti-Escher was painted by Karl Stauffer-Bern.

Where can I see Bildnis Lydia Welti-Escher?

Bildnis Lydia Welti-Escher is held by Kunsthaus Zürich.

What movement is Bildnis Lydia Welti-Escher?

Bildnis Lydia Welti-Escher is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Bildnis Lydia Welti-Escher

Karl Stauffer-Bern

Bildnis Lydia Welti-Escher is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Karl Stauffer-Bern. It is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.

About this work

Overview

Bildnis Lydia Welti-Escher is a portrait painted in oil by Karl Stauffer-Bern. Created posthumously, it is dated to 1894, three years after the artist's death.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Lydia Welti-Escher, seated in a chair, wearing a white dress and hat, and holding an umbrella. Her gaze is directed at the viewer, suggesting a level of engagement and intimacy. The subject was romantically involved with Stauffer-Bern before being institutionalized by her husband.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases Stauffer-Bern's use of chiaroscuro, creating a sense of depth and dimension. The subject's attire is rendered in detail, with lace, ruffles, and gloves depicted in white against a light gray background, characteristic of post-impressionist techniques.