117. Corn Harvesting [1931]

The composition organisation and the technique perfection are two of Samuel Mützner's main interests. Especially as far as landscapes are concerned, the artist unfolds an impeccable technique and a bold execution of shapes. In France, he acquires the preference for plen-air, light and colour in Claude Monet's studio. After a long series of journeys abroad, starting from 1923 he develops an interest for the rural society theme. His wife, Rodica Maniu, inspires his love and passion for the countryside environment, a recurring subject in her own creation as well. The couple would paint together outdoors, in the village where Rodica Maniu inherits a small estate. That is where Mützner approaches his subjects in a naturalist manner, adopting a much lighter colour range. He paints fields, hills or work scene. He depicts his characters in national costumes, harmoniously juxtaposing them with the setting.

References

ANDREESCU, Viorica, "Samuel Mützner", Meridiane Publishing House, Bucharest, 1974. MARIAN, Rodica, "Samuel Mützner", Antet Publishing House, Bucharest, 2005.

Dimensions

width 49 cm, height 59.5 cm, custom 59,5 × 49 cm

Description

oil on canvas, signed and dated bottom left, with black, "S. Mutzner, (1)931"

Dating

1931

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