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Bildnis eines Malers mit Blick auf Zürich

Heinrich Wüest

1796

oil

panel

From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich

Biedermeier 18th Century

Dominant colour

Bildnis eines Malers mit Blick auf Zürich is a 1796 oil by Heinrich Wüest, a Biedermeier work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.

Who painted this?: Heinrich Wüest
When & what style?: 1796 · Biedermeier
Where can I see it?: Kunsthaus Zürich

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape with a man sitting on a hillside, pointing towards a distant town. The man is dressed in a white suit and hat, while a dog lies beside him. In the background, a river flows through the town, surrounded by rolling hills and mountains. The painting's color palette is muted, with shades of brown, green, and gray dominating the scene. The brushstrokes are smooth, suggesting a sense of calmness and tranquility. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of peacefulness, inviting the viewer to step into the serene world depicted. To learn more about the artist behind this beautiful landscape, explore the works of Heinrich Wüest.