1911
oil
canvas
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
Fröhliches Weib is a 1911 oil by Ferdinand Hodler, a Art Nouveau work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.
The painting depicts a woman in a long dress, standing with her right arm raised and her left arm extended. She is facing to the right, with her body turned slightly towards the viewer. The background of the painting is a warm yellow color, with some green and pink accents. The woman's dress is a deep blue color, and it appears to be made of a flowing material. Her hair is pulled back, and she has a serious expression on her face. The overall mood of the painting is one of calmness and serenity. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Ferdinand Hodler, a Swiss artist known for his portraits and landscapes.
Ferdinand Hodler (March 14, 1853 – May 19, 1918) was a Swiss painter. He is one of the best-known Swiss painters of the nineteenth century. His early works were portraits, landscapes, and genre paintings in a realistic…
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