La Paternale
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Category
1970s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Daniel IhlyThe arrest
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About the Item
Oil on canvas signed lower left
This captivating work depicts a dramatic and tense scene of human interaction. In a dark interior, three men appear to be holding back a fourth individual, whose expression betrays suffering and resistance. The colors are deliberately dull, dominated by shades of gray and brown, accentuating the emotional weight of the scene. The diffuse lighting creates an oppressive atmosphere, underlining the palpable tensions between the characters. The brushstrokes, both precise and expressive, highlight the anxious features and rigid postures of the protagonists. This composition, with its mastery of visual and emotional contrasts, reveals the artist's ability to capture the complexity of human reactions in crisis situations. A poignant interpretation of inner and outer struggle, inviting the viewer to contemplate the dynamics of power and containment.
- Creator:Daniel Ihly (1854 - 1910, Swiss)
- Dimensions:Height: 25.6 in (65 cm)Width: 24.02 in (61 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Genève, CH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2018215554172
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