Artwork
Mittagsruhe
Mittagsruhe is an oil painting by the Realist artist Rudolf Koller. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Mittagsruhe is a painting created by Rudolf Koller in 1860 using oil paint. It is a representative work of the realism movement and showcases Koller's skill as a painter.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene scene of a woman and child resting under a tree, surrounded by animals. The tranquil atmosphere and warm sunlight convey a sense of contentment and rustic charm.
Technique & Style
Koller's use of color and light creates a sense of tranquility, drawing attention to the central figures. The composition reflects his skill in plein air painting, a technique associated with the realism movement.
History & Provenance
Mittagsruhe is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich. Koller, a Swiss painter associated with the Düsseldorf school, was influenced by artists such as Gustave Courbet and Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot.
Artist & collection
Artist
Rudolf Koller (21 May 1828 – 5 January 1905) was a Swiss painter. He is associated with a realist and classicist style, and also with the essentially romantic Düsseldorf school of painting. Koller's style is similar to…
