Who painted Scheherezade erzählend?

Scheherezade erzählend was painted by Karl Walser in 1911.

Where can I see Scheherezade erzählend?

Scheherezade erzählend is held by Kunsthaus Zürich.

What movement is Scheherezade erzählend?

Scheherezade erzählend is associated with Art Nouveau.

Artwork

Scheherezade erzählend

Karl Walser , 1911

Scheherezade erzählend is a tempera painting by the Art Nouveau artist Karl Walser. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.

About this work

Overview

Scheherezade erzählend is a 1911 tempera painting by Karl Walser, a Swiss artist known for his work in multiple mediums.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a scene of storytelling, with a turbaned man on a couch and a woman beside him, set against a backdrop of other figures in traditional attire, evoking a sense of luxury and narrative.

Technique & Style

Walser's use of tempera creates a distinctive texture, while the intricate patterns and colors – including whites, pinks, greens, and browns – contribute to the work's opulent atmosphere, aligning with Art Nouveau tendencies.

History & Provenance

Created during a period when Walser was involved in stage design and book illustration, the painting is now held in the Kunsthaus Zürich collection, reflecting his connections to contemporary artistic circles, including a friendship with Max Beckmann.