Landscape in the Tyrol

Heinrich Bürkel

Created:
Movement:
1840
Romanticism
key Notes:
Alpine Serenity, Natural Harmony
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Dimensions:
22 1/4 x 30 1/4 in. (56.5 x 76.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Landscape in the Tyrol by Heinrich Bürkel

Heinrich Bürkel (1802–1869) was a German painter known for his detailed landscapes and genre scenes. His painting, Landscape in the Tyrol, created in 1840, exemplifies his skill in capturing the natural beauty and atmospheric conditions of the Tyrolean region. Bürkel's use of oil on canvas allowed him to achieve a rich texture and depth, characteristic of his work. This painting reflects the Romantic movement's fascination with nature and the sublime, contributing to the period's broader artistic narrative. Bürkel's attention to detail and ability to convey mood through landscape painting earned him recognition in both Germany and beyond. His works remain significant for their contribution to 19th-century landscape painting and their influence on subsequent generations of artists.

Description of the work:

"Landscape in the Tyrol" by Heinrich Bürkel, created in 1840, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Romantic style with its dramatic depiction of the Tyrolean landscape. The artwork captures the rugged beauty and atmospheric conditions of the region, highlighting Bürkel's skill in rendering natural scenery with emotional depth.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Landscape in the Tyrol