Waldwasser mit Brücke
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Step into the peaceful ambiance of "Waldwasser mit Brücke," an arresting landscape painting by the esteemed Austrian artist Marie Egner. This piece invites viewers into a serene waterscape, cradled by the lush embrace of a verdant forest.Centered in the composition is a gently meandering stream, reflecting the soft grey of the overcast sky. Its water flows smoothly, disturbed only by small rocks that peek above the surface, creating a ballet of ripples. Along the banks, the water's edge is dotted with a mixture of stones and pebbles, partially submerged, rounding out a convincing portrayal of a natural watercourse.Dominating the painting, a rustic wooden bridge spans the stream, framed by the dense foliage of the trees. The bridge, humble yet sturdy, invites one to imagine crossing over, to explore what lies beyond or to simply pause and enjoy the solitude. The overarching trees on either side dip their branches close to the water, almost as though they are drinking from the stream, adding to the sense of seclusion and intimacy with nature.The naturalistic colors and soft brushwork suggest the transient moment of a late afternoon; the kind of moment that encourages a deep breath and a slow pace. Marie Egner's skillful handling of light and shadow, together with her attention to detail, crafts a scene that is both timeless and ensnaring, offering a slice of nature's quiet beauty to her audience."Waldwasser mit Brücke" is more than just a visual experience; it is an invitation to tranquility, an escape from the clamor of daily life into the soothing whispers of nature.
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Marie Egner was an Austrian painter.
Egner was born on 25 August 1850 in Bad Radkersburg, Austria. She took her first drawing lessons in Graz with Hermann von Königsbrunn, then went to Düsseldorf from 1872 to 1875, where she studied with Carl Jungheim. In 1882, she went to Vienna to live with her mother, but spent her summers at the art colony in Plankenberg Castle, near Neulengbach, where she took lessons with Emil Jakob Schindler until 1887. A study trip to England followed from 1887 to 1889. Shortly after, her first exhibition was held at the Vienna Künstlerhaus. She also exhibited in Germany and England.