Herbst am Untersee (1952) by Adolf Dietrich

Herbst am Untersee - Adolf Dietrich - 1952

Artwork Information

TitleHerbst am Untersee
ArtistAdolf Dietrich
Date1952
Art MovementNaive Art (Primitivism)

About Herbst am Untersee

“Herbst am Untersee” is a landscape painting by Adolf Dietrich created in 1952. Reflecting the naive art movement, also known as primitivism, this work illustrates a simplistic, yet vivid depiction of autumn on the shores of the lower lake part of Lake Constance (Untersee) in Switzerland.

The artwork portrays a gentle sloping landscape that descends toward the serene blue waters of the Untersee. The colors are distinctly autumnal, with warm yellows and greens dominating the fields, suggesting the presence of sunlight bathing the scene. Trees with slender trunks and sparse canopies punctuate the undulating hills, casting light shadows and contributing to the artwork’s tranquil atmosphere. The horizon is marked by a lighter sky, suggesting a clear day, while the distant shore across the water adds depth to the composition. The fields are patterned with agricultural furrows and a patchwork of various crops or grasses, while a fence line embedded into the hillside conveys a sense of rural order and harmony with nature. Dietrich’s style is characterized by a straightforward approach to detail and form, which adds to the naive charm of the painting.

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