Artwork
L'Art Ancien Zurich: View in the Church of the Franciscans, Barfüsser-Kirke
L'Art Ancien Zurich: View in the Church of the Franciscans, Barfüsser-Kirke is a print by the Baroque artist Johan Ulrich Krauss. It dates from 1681 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 2005.289
- Credit line
- Gift of Louise S. Richards
About this work
Overview
This 1681 print by Johan Ulrich Krauss depicts the interior of the Barfüsser-Kirke in Zurich. Held at The Cleveland Museum of Art, it showcases the artist's use of light and shadow to convey a sense of realism.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows the church under renovation, with scaffolding, debris, and workers visible. The scene is characterized by a tall arched window and ornate wall carvings, evoking a sense of the church's original grandeur.
Technique & Style
Krauss employed chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to create depth and a sense of realism in the scene. The print's sketch-like quality suggests a focus on capturing the play of light and shadow.
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