The artwork titled “The Golden Meadow,” created by Ferdinand Hodler in 1890, is an oil on canvas piece representing the Realism art movement. Measuring 70.5 by 52 centimeters, this landscape genre painting captures the essence and tranquility of a countryside meadow bathed in golden light.
The artwork epitomizes a serene meadow landscape, suffused with warm sunlight that illuminates the tall grasses and delicate wildflowers. A singular, slender tree stands prominently in the foreground, its branches elegantly arching upward against a vast sky. The vibrant green hues of the meadow contrast harmoniously with the subtle golden tones, while the soft, blurred outlines of trees in the background evoke a sense of depth and distance. The meticulous brushstrokes and realistic depiction of natural elements reflect Hodler’s keen observation of, and reverence for, nature’s unadulterated beauty.
