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Woodcutters Returning Home I., by Károly Ferenczy, oil, 1900

Woodcutters Returning Home I.

Károly Ferenczy

1900

oil

canvas

From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Woodcutters Returning Home I. is a 1900 oil by Károly Ferenczy, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Hungarian National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Károly Ferenczy
When & what style?
1900 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Hungarian National Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a group of people walking through a wooded area, carrying large branches and logs. The figures are dressed in rustic clothing, with one woman wearing a long dress and hat, while the men wear simple shirts and pants. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and greenery, with the sun casting dappled shadows on the ground. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of warmth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer into the scene. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of energy and movement. For more on the artist's technique, explore the use of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Portrait of Károly Ferenczy
Artist

Károly Ferenczy

Károly Ferenczy (February 8, 1862 – March 18, 1917) was a Hungarian painter and leading member of the Nagybánya artists' colony.

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