Winter auf der Oschwand 1908

Cuno Amiet painted "Winter auf der Oschwand" using oil on canvas, likely during the early 20th century. Amiet was a Swiss artist who moved in circles with German expressionists, and this canvas is a beautiful example of his modernist style. Consider the setting: it's a humble rural landscape, a snowy field in the Swiss countryside, and an unpretentious dwelling. There is a stillness to the scene, but there is a vibrant quality to the brushwork and color. The bright, unnatural colors evoke a feeling that is both of the place, but also of the artist's interiority. While Amiet engaged with avant-garde movements, he always maintained a connection to the land and his personal experiences. In viewing "Winter auf der Oschwand," consider how it reflects a specific sense of place, and the unique perspective of an artist navigating both local and international artistic currents. It's a landscape, yes, but one rendered through the felt experience of being in the world.