Artwork
Spring
Spring is an oil painting by the Fauvist artist Othon Friesz. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Othon Friesz's 'Spring' is a 1913 oil painting that exemplifies the artist's work during his Fauvist period. The painting is part of the Statens Museum for Kunst's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape centered around a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, evoking a sense of calmness and tranquility.
Technique & Style
Friesz employed oil paint to achieve depth and texture, using soft brushstrokes and muted colors to create a peaceful atmosphere, diverging from the bold colors typically associated with Fauvism.
History & Provenance
Created in 1913 by Othon Friesz, a French painter born in 1879 in Le Havre, 'Spring' is a product of the artist's involvement with the Fauvist movement.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Achille-Émile Othon Friesz (6 February 1879 – 10 January 1949), who later called himself Othon Friesz, a native of Le Havre, was a French artist of the Fauvist movement.
