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Heuwagen, by Rudolf Koller, oil, 1856

Heuwagen

Rudolf Koller

1856

oil

canvas

From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich

Dominant colour

Overview

Heuwagen is a 1856 oil by Rudolf Koller, a Biedermeier work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.

Who painted this?
Rudolf Koller
When & what style?
1856 · Biedermeier
Where can I see it?
Kunsthaus Zürich

About this work

This painting depicts a serene scene of a hay wagon being pulled by two cows, with people riding on top of the hay. The wagon is situated in a lush green field, surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky. The artist's use of warm colors and soft brushstrokes creates a sense of tranquility and peacefulness. The painting's composition is well-balanced, with the wagon and its occupants taking center stage. The surrounding landscape is depicted in soft focus, drawing the viewer's attention to the main subject. The overall effect is one of calmness and serenity. If you're interested in learning more about this painting, you can find it at the Kunsthaus Zürich, where it is part of their collection.

About the artist

Portrait of Rudolf Koller
Artist

Rudolf Koller

Rudolf Koller (21 May 1828 – 5 January 1905) was a Swiss painter. He is associated with a realist and classicist style, and also with the essentially romantic Düsseldorf school of painting. Koller's style is similar to…

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