Holzplatz bei Szolnok (1880)
Technique: Giclée quality print
Recommended by our customers
More about this artwork
Explore the serene depiction of rural life captured in "Holzplatz bei Szolnok," a masterpiece painted in 1880 by the esteemed artist August von Pettenkofen. Within this exquisite artwork, viewers are transported to a humble wood yard scene in the town of Szolnok.Pettenkofen's skillful use of texture and natural light brings to life the intricately scattered logs that dominate the foreground, each stroke highlighting the rustic, earthy tones of the wood against the subdued earth. The background features a gentle skyline punctuated by a modest village church, adding a spiritual and cultural layer to the composition.The somber blue skies blend seamlessly with the horizon, suggesting the early hours of the day and evoking a sense of calm and stillness. This painting not only captures the physical beauty of Szolnok but also reverberates with the quiet daily toils of its people.
Delivery
Returns
August von Pettenkofen (10 May 1822 - 21 March 1889) was an Austrian painter, lithographer, illustrator and cartoonist.