Q131584698
1898
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
1898
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
The painting depicts a man standing in a landscape, holding a sword in his right hand. He is dressed in a yellow shirt and red pants, with a black hat on his head. The man's facial expression is serious, and his posture suggests that he is ready for action. The background of the painting is a yellowish-brown color, with some greenery visible in the distance. The overall mood of the painting is one of tension and anticipation, as if the man is waiting for something to happen. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Ferdinand Hodler, a Swiss artist known for his expressive and emotive paintings.
