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The house on top, 1904. Creator: Ferdinand Brunner
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The house on top, 1904. Creator: Ferdinand Brunner
The house on top, 1904
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Art Around 1900 Austrian Gallery Belvedere Belvedere Cottage Disrepair Distance Distant Fence Hilltop Historicism Horizon Modern Art Picturesque Remote Rooftop Rooftops Thatch Thatched Gouache Green Colour
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The House on Top
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is a captivating gouache on canvas painting created by Austrian artist Ferdinand Brunner in 1904. This masterpiece takes us on a journey to the heart of Europe, transporting us to a rural, picturesque landscape of the early 20th century. The painting depicts a quaint, thatched-roof cottage perched atop a hill, surrounded by lush, rolling hills and verdant fields. The house, with its rustic charm and worn facade, exudes a sense of history and heritage. In the distance, the horizon stretches out, revealing a serene river winding its way through the landscape. Brunner's use of color is masterful, with the green fields and forest contrasting beautifully against the red-brown roofs of the houses and the blue-grey sky. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricately rendered fence lines, the textured rooftops, and the distant, geometric shapes of the trees. The painting's composition is reminiscent of both historicism and regionalism, with its focus on the beauty and charm of rural life. The sense of remoteness and isolation is heightened by the distant view of the riverbank and the hills in the background, creating a feeling of tranquility and escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. "The House on Top" is a testament to Brunner's skill as a painter and his ability to capture the essence of a bygone era. This painting is a must-see for anyone interested in European art, particularly those with a focus on the 20th century and the arts around 1900. It is currently housed in the Austrian Gallery Belvedere in Vienna, Austria, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.
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