Artwork

Die mutige Bündnerin im Schwabenkrieg

Die mutige Bündnerin im Schwabenkrieg, by Ludwig Vogel, oil, 1860
Die mutige Bündnerin im Schwabenkrieg, by Ludwig Vogel, oil, 1860

Die mutige Bündnerin im Schwabenkrieg is an oil painting by Ludwig Vogel. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.

About this work

Overview

Die mutige Bündnerin im Schwabenkrieg is an 1860 oil painting by Ludwig Vogel, a Swiss history painter associated with the Nazarene movement, now in the Kunsthaus Zürich collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a courageous woman from Grisons amidst the Swabian War, capturing a dynamic moment where she cooks while surrounded by armored men, conveying her resilience amidst conflict.

Technique & Style

Vogel employed muted earthy tones and chiaroscuro, creating a lively atmosphere with strong contrasts of light and shadow, emphasizing the energy and interactions among the characters in a rustic setting.

History & Provenance

Created in 1860 by Ludwig Vogel (1788-1879), the work is characteristic of his focus on historical and national themes, and has been part of the Kunsthaus Zürich's collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ludwig Vogel

Artist

Ludwig Vogel

Georg Ludwig Vogel (10 July 1788, Zürich - 21 August 1879, Zürich) was a Swiss history painter, associated with the Nazarene movement.

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