Artwork
Kerzenstock
Kerzenstock is an oil painting by Oskar Lüthy. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Kerzenstock is an oil painting created in 1911 by Oskar Wilhelm Lüthy, a Swiss artist associated with the modernist group Der Moderne Bund.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of Kerzenstock is not explicitly described in available information, though Lüthy's oeuvre often included still lifes, landscapes, and religious themes, suggesting potential alignment with one of these categories.
Technique & Style
Lüthy's background in architecture and training in Munich influenced his painting style, though specific techniques used in Kerzenstock are not detailed here.
History & Provenance
Kerzenstock is part of the Kunsthaus Zürich collection, indicating its acquisition and preservation by this institution.
Context
Created during Lüthy's involvement with Der Moderne Bund, Kerzenstock reflects the artistic movements of early 20th-century Switzerland, blending modernist tendencies with the artist's unique background.
Legacy
The legacy of Kerzenstock is tied to Lüthy's contributions to Swiss modernism, with the piece contributing to the broader understanding of Der Moderne Bund's influence on Swiss art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Oskar Wilhelm Lüthy (26 June 1882 – 1 October 1945) was a Swiss painter of still lifes, landscapes and religious art.
