Q131586960

Q131586960

Albert Welti

1898

tempera

From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a white dress, standing on a rooftop at night. She is surrounded by a group of people, some of whom are falling or jumping from the roof. The scene is chaotic, with the woman appearing to be in a state of distress. In the background, a cityscape is visible, with buildings and trees silhouetted against the night sky. The overall mood of the painting is one of turmoil and upheaval. The artist's use of tempera creates a sense of depth and texture, adding to the emotional impact of the scene. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up the use of tempera.

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