Georg Grauvogl – Hut near Garmisch – Alpspitze

COD: QM196
Tecnique: oil on canvas
Era: 1940 circa
Author: Georg Grauvogl (1896 – 1986)

Dimension:

cm 70 x 80 without frame
cm 74 x 84 with frame in antique fir wood

Description:

In this painting, Grauvogl offers a small glimpse of the magnificent scenery of Garmisch-Partenkirchen: the first thing that catches your eye are them, the mountains, the Waxenstein and the Alpspitze, which rise majestically in the background. They are the true protagonists of the painting, with their rocky peaks that challenge the sky and the slopes that plunge towards the valley.
The atmosphere is that of a summer day, with white and fluffy clouds chasing each other in the sky, creating plays of light and shadows on the mountains. The light seems to envelop everything, illuminating the peaks and creating deep shadows on the slopes, giving life to a sense of depth and three-dimensionality.
In the foreground, a flowery meadow extends to the foot of the mountains. The colors are vibrant, with loose brush strokes that capture the variety of shades of the grass and flowers.
Hidden among the tall grass you can glimpse a cabin, the only “human” detail in this painting.
The whole work exudes a sense of peace and tranquility. It is an invitation to contemplation, to stop for a moment and admire the beauty of nature.