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Anbetung, by Ferdinand Hodler, oil, 1898

Anbetung

Ferdinand Hodler

1898

oil

canvas

From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich

Dominant colour

Overview

Anbetung is a 1898 oil by Ferdinand Hodler, a Symbolism work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.

Who painted this?
Ferdinand Hodler
When & what style?
1898 · Symbolism
Where can I see it?
Kunsthaus Zürich

About this work

This painting shows a young boy sitting cross-legged on the ground, surrounded by a lush green landscape with small white and blue flowers. He is wearing a white sleeveless shirt and shorts, and has short brown hair. The boy is looking to his left, and his hands are resting on his knees. The background of the painting is a serene and natural setting, with a winding path and patches of grass and flowers. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of peace and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to look up Ferdinand Hodler.

About the artist

Portrait of Ferdinand Hodler
Artist

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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