Entitled “A Morning in Interlaken,” the artwork, executed in 1875 by Ferdinand Hodler, exemplifies the Romanticism movement. This landscape oil painting on canvas measures 51.8 by 73.2 centimeters and resides in the Kunstmuseum Bern, located in Bern, Switzerland.
The artwork captures a serene morning in Interlaken, Switzerland. Dominated by a tranquil river extending through the scene, the painting features a bridge connecting the lush greenery on the right to a distant hill on the left, which is dotted with modest structures. The sky is clear with a subtle gradient, suggesting the early daylight. The reflection of the landscape on the still water enhances the calm and reflective mood of the composition, embodying the Romanticism era’s emphasis on nature and emotion. The meticulous detail and soft hues evoke a sense of peace and timeless beauty.
