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Chemin dans la lande, by Félix Vallotton, oil, 1917

Chemin dans la lande

Félix Vallotton

1917

oil

canvas

From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich

Dominant colour

Overview

Chemin dans la lande is a 1917 oil by Félix Vallotton, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.

Who painted this?
Félix Vallotton
When & what style?
1917
Where can I see it?
Kunsthaus Zürich

About this work

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a winding road that stretches from the foreground to the horizon. The road is flanked by lush green fields and hills, with a few trees scattered in the distance. The sky above is a soft, muted gray. In the foreground, the artist has used bold brushstrokes to create a sense of texture and depth in the fields and hills. The colors are muted, with shades of green, brown, and gray dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of calmness and tranquility. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Félix Vallotton, who was known for his landscapes and use of bold brushstrokes.

About the artist

Portrait of Félix Vallotton
Artist

Félix Vallotton

Félix Édouard Vallotton (French: ; December 28, 1865 – December 29, 1925) was a Swiss and French painter and printmaker associated with the group of artists known as Les Nabis.

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