Artwork
Calm Excursion
Calm Excursion is an ink print by Hans Thoma. It dates from 1919 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Marked:Verso, stamped in black ink: COMISION NACIONAL DE MUSEOS / Y MONUMENTOS HISTORICOS / JOSE LUIS BUSANICHE / SECRETARIO GENERALE
About this work
Overview
Calm Excursion is an etching created by Hans Thoma in 1919. It is a print that showcases the artist's ability to capture a serene scene using a loose and sketchy style.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a tranquil lakeside scene with a person sitting on the shore, accompanied by a duck in the water and two figures in a boat in the background. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a domed building, evoking a sense of local tradition and natural beauty.
Technique & Style
The artist employed a simple and quick etching style, characterized by uneven lines that give the print a rough, hand-drawn feel. This technique allows the viewer to experience the scene as a spontaneous and intimate moment.
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Artist
Hans Thoma (2 October 1839 – 7 November 1924) was a German painter. An alumnus and later professor of Karlsruhe Academy, he is known for his landscapes, portraits, and symbolic works rooted in German regional life and…
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