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Etter galleriets vurdering er Maximilian Pirners mest kjente maleri Fairies by the Brook (1895), hvis original henger i National Gallery Prague, Praha. Funeral of a Fairy (1888) og Self-Portrait (1890) fullfører trioen som alle kjenner igjen. Av de 11 verkene til Maximilian Pirner i vår katalog, presenterer galleriet de 11 mest kjente nedenfor; hvert originalverk med årstall, museum og hva som gjør det unikt.
Fairies by the Brook is an oil on canvas created by Maximilian Pirner in 1895. The work measures 99 cm in height and 61 cm in width, presenting a vertical composition that emphasizes the depth of the wooded setting.
A heavy, dreamlike silence hangs over the water as a group of ethereal figures moves through a hazy, indistinct landscape. The air feels thick with the scent of damp earth and the weight of mourning. At the center of this slow, rhythmic movement, a deceased figure rests upon a bier, being carried by nymphs or fairies through a body of water. The light does not fall from a sun or…
In this 1890 oil portrait, we find ourselves in a private, hushed encounter with the artist himself. The subject, a middle-aged man, gazes out from a dark, indistinct background that offers no distractions from his presence. There is a profound stillness here, a moment of quietude captured through a realistic style that favors psychological depth over mere likeness. The composition is a classic bust-length arrangement, positioning the man centrally to…
In this fragment from a larger triptych, we find ourselves witnessing a moment of intense, suspended motion. The composition centers on two figures locked in a forceful embrace that feels less like an affection and more like a struggle. On the left, a winged, demonic entity with large, bat-like wings presses against a second figure. This second figure, appearing more human or divine, is partially draped in light-colored fabric that…
A skeletal figure leans into the light, a pale shape carved from darkness. It is a creature of bone and tattered black cloth, caught in the quiet act of creation. The figure holds a paintbrush, poised before an easel, turning the end of life into a gesture of making. This is not the reaper of harvest, but a painter of the void. The brush moves through a heavy, atmospheric space…
In this 1895 oil on canvas, we find ourselves in an intimate, quiet space with a young woman whose presence is felt through a steady, contemplative gaze. The composition is a close-up bust portrait, pulling the viewer into a direct, eye-level connection with the subject. There is a certain weight to the atmosphere, a somber quality that arises from the muted, dark background and the soft, directional light entering from…
The oil painting presents a vertical arrangement divided into two distinct realms. In the upper portion, a nude, winged female figure floats above a translucent globe. Her red hair and green drapery move in swirling lines. Beside her, a small cherubic figure plays a horn. Below this celestial scene, the lower half of the canvas depicts an elderly man with a weathered face and a white beard. He wears dark,…
Maximilian Pirner produced the work titled Somnambulant in 1878. The artist, who was born in Sušice, Czech Republic, developed his technical approach through formal training at the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague and the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna. His career spanned several decades until his death in Prague in 1924.
Two ethereal female figures occupy a vertical, watery landscape, their forms arranged in a cascading diagonal that mimics the movement of a stream. One figure is partially submerged, while the other appears to descend from above, creating a sense of continuous, rhythmic motion. The composition relies on organic, sinuous lines, particularly within the flowing hair and translucent drapery that wrap around the bodies. This movement is set against the solid,…
De fire motivene som går igjen hyppigst i disse originalverkene, hver med sitt fremste eksempel.
Museet som innehar flest av maleriene på denne siden.
| Museum | By | Verker av Maximilian Pirner | Malerier fra denne listen |
|---|---|---|---|
 National Gallery Prague |
Praha | 7 | Fairies by the Brook, Self-Portrait, Fragment of a Painting from the Triptych Life, Love, Hatred and Death |
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Maximilian Pirner produced the work titled Somnambulant in 1878. The artist, who was born in Sušice, Czech Republic, developed his technical approach through formal training at the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague and the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna. His career spanned several decades until his death in Prague in 1924.
A heavy, dreamlike silence hangs over the water as a group of ethereal figures moves through a hazy, indistinct landscape. The air feels thick with the scent of damp earth and the weight of mourning. At the center of this slow, rhythmic movement, a deceased figure rests upon a bier, being carried by nymphs or fairies through a body of water. The light does not fall from a sun or…
Fairies by the Brook is an oil on canvas created by Maximilian Pirner in 1895. The work measures 99 cm in height and 61 cm in width, presenting a vertical composition that emphasizes the depth of the wooded setting.
Two ethereal female figures occupy a vertical, watery landscape, their forms arranged in a cascading diagonal that mimics the movement of a stream. One figure is partially submerged, while the other appears to descend from above, creating a sense of continuous, rhythmic motion. The composition relies on organic, sinuous lines, particularly within the flowing hair and translucent drapery that wrap around the bodies. This movement is set against the solid,…
Fairies by the Brook (1895), National Gallery Prague, Praha. Deretter følger Funeral of a Fairy (1888) og Self-Portrait (1890).
41 år gammel: Fairies by the Brook er fra 1895, og Maximilian Pirner ble født i 1854.
Fairies by the Brook, Funeral of a Fairy, Self-Portrait, Fragment of a Painting from the Triptych Life, Love, Hatred and Death, Death, Černá Káča, Diogenes, Somnambulant, Flow og Hekate. Rangeringen ovenfor viser årstall og museum for hvert verk.
Vår katalog inneholder 11 verk av Maximilian Pirner, datert fra 1878 til 1903.
Hovedsakelig i National Gallery Prague (Praha). Museumslisten ovenfor viser alle.
I 1890s: 4 av de 11 verkene på denne siden ble laget da, Fairies by the Brook av dem.
På denne siden er det eldste Somnambulant (1878) og det nyeste Flow (1903).
Woman (4), Water (3) og Fairies (2), fordelt på 11 verk på denne siden.
Oil On Canvas, for 5 av de 11 verkene på denne siden.
Fairies by the Brook, Self-Portrait og Fragment of a Painting from the Triptych Life, Love, Hatred and Death: National Gallery Prague, Praha har 7 av verkene på denne siden.
Maximilian Pirner (Czech: Maxmilián Pirner; February 13, 1853 – April 2, 1924) was a Czech painter who emerged from the Bohemian landscape to become a prominent figure in Viennese Symbolism and the Vienna Secession. His artistic vision—characterized by haunting beauty intertwined with unsettling themes—continues to fascinate scholars and collectors alike.
Born in Sušice, Bohemia (now Šüttenhofen), Pirner’s early life was marked by a fascination for classical mythology and an inclination towards melancholic contemplation. He pursued formal artistic training diligently, enrolling at the Academy of Fine Arts, Prague, followed by studies at the Academy of Fine Arts, Vienna, where he honed his skills under Josef Matyáš Trenkwald.
Pirner's distinctive style—often termed “Vienna Symbolism”—is instantly recognizable for its evocative use of color and form. He excelled in depicting scenes from Greek mythology, particularly those imbued with erotic undertones juxtaposed against the inevitability of death. His paintings frequently feature female figures rendered with sensual grace yet shadowed by an aura of sorrow and vulnerability.
Pirner’s legacy extends beyond his individual artworks. He served as a teacher at the Academy of Fine Arts, Prague, nurturing generations of aspiring artists and shaping the artistic landscape of Bohemia. His unwavering commitment to exploring the darker facets of human experience cemented his place among the foremost Symbolist painters of his era.
Pirner’s work continues to resonate with audiences today, prompting contemplation on themes of mortality, desire, and the sublime beauty found within decay. He remains a testament to the power of art to grapple with existential questions and capture the elusive essence of human emotion—a true heir to the traditions of Romanticism and Symbolism.
