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Der Bergsee, by Hans Thoma, unspecified, 1900

Der Bergsee

Hans Thoma

1900

unspecified

From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich

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Overview

Der Bergsee is a 1900 unspecified by Hans Thoma, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.

Who painted this?
Hans Thoma
When & what style?
1900 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Kunsthaus Zürich

About this work

This painting shows a nude young man standing on a rock in the water, holding a green cloth in his right hand. He has short hair and is looking upwards. In the background, there are mountains and a blue sky with a few clouds. The figure's pose and the use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and volume. The artist's use of color is muted, with shades of blue and green dominating the palette. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up Hans Thoma.

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Hans Thoma

Hans Thoma (2 October 1839 – 7 November 1924) was a German painter. An alumnus and later professor of Karlsruhe Academy, he is known for his landscapes, portraits, and symbolic works rooted in German regional life and…

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