The artwork “Houses at Unterach on the Attersee” by Gustav Klimt dates to circa 1916. This oil on canvas painting measures 110 by 110 centimeters and is executed in the Art Nouveau (Modern) style. It is a cityscape genre piece and, as of the current date, is held in a private collection.
This particular piece showcases Klimt’s fascination with the interplay of light and color, a hallmark of his landscapes. It depicts a series of houses nestled amidst lush vegetation on the banks of the Attersee, a lake in Austria. The bold use of color brings out the vibrancy of the scene, with especially striking contrasts between the red roof of the waterside building and the verdant greens that dominate the palette. The reflections in the water add a sense of tranquility and depth to the scene, while Klimt’s signature ornamental detail can be observed in the intricate textures of the foliage and architecture. This painting stands as a testament to Klimt’s ability to transcend the naturalism of the landscape genre to create a composition that is both expressive and structured, reflecting the dual influence of Art Nouveau and his unique personal style.
