Day (Truth)
Ferdinand Hodler
key Notes:
Symbolic Allegory, Swiss Symbolism
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Dimensions:
200.5 × 105 cm (79 × 41 1/2 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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story of the work:
"Day (Truth)" by Ferdinand Hodler is a significant work that reflects the artist's Symbolist approach, emphasizing themes of existential contemplation and the human condition. Hodler, a prominent Swiss painter, often explored the interplay between nature and human figures, and this painting exemplifies his interest in conveying deeper philosophical truths through a harmonious composition.
Description of the work:
"Day (Truth)" by Ferdinand Hodler features a composition dominated by a central female figure, rendered with a sense of idealized realism, standing amidst a serene landscape. The painting employs a harmonious palette of soft blues and earthy tones, emphasizing the figure's ethereal presence and the tranquil atmosphere of the surrounding environment.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago
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