1892
oil
canvas
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
Müller, Sohn und Esel is a 1892 oil by Ferdinand Hodler, a Realism work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.
This painting depicts a scene of people gathered around a man sitting on a donkey. The man is dressed in a red shirt and tan jacket, while the people around him are wearing various colors and styles of clothing. In the background, there are trees and a grassy area, suggesting a rural or countryside setting. The painting features a range of colors, from the vibrant red of the man's shirt to the muted greens and browns of the trees and grass. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured and expressive quality. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of energy and movement in the scene. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the work of Ferdinand Hodler.
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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