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Obwaldner Landsgemeinde [fünftes Bild, rechts]

Wilhelm Balmer

1911

unspecified

From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich

Early Modern

Dominant colour

Obwaldner Landsgemeinde [fünftes Bild, rechts] is a 1911 unspecified by Wilhelm Balmer, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.

Who painted this?: Wilhelm Balmer
When & what style?: 1911
Where can I see it?: Kunsthaus Zürich

About this work

This painting depicts a lively scene of people gathered around a tree, with a mountainous landscape in the background. The group is dressed in traditional clothing, and some are holding instruments or baskets. In the foreground, a few individuals are seated on the ground, while others stand or lean against the tree. The artist has used a range of colors to capture the vibrant atmosphere of the scene. The mountains in the background are depicted in shades of blue and green, while the clothing and accessories of the people are rendered in warm earth tones. The overall effect is one of joy and community. If you're interested in exploring more art from this period, you might want to look into the work of artist Wilhelm Balmer.