Artwork
The Arbour in the Pine Wood
The Arbour in the Pine Wood is an oil painting by the Cubism Synthetic artist Othon Friesz. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
The Arbour in the Pine Wood, created by French artist Othon Friesz in 1914, is an oil painting characterized by its blend of Synthetic Cubism elements with the artist's earlier Fauvist inclinations.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene, snow-covered wooded scene featuring a small, wooden lattice-structured arbour with a pointed roof. The tranquil atmosphere and cozy arbour evoke a sense of calm and peacefulness.
Technique & Style
Friesz employed bold, varied greens for the foliage and expressive brushstrokes to achieve texture and depth. The lattice pattern of the arbour and simplified forms reflect the influence of Synthetic Cubism.
History & Provenance
Originally associated with Fauvism, Friesz's later work, including this piece, shows a shift towards Cubist influences. The painting is currently part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst.
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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.
