Rudolf Koller
1828–1905 · Swiss · 11 artworks
RealismDetailed animal anatomyRealistic landscape depictionUse of light and shadowGenre scene paintingPastoral imagery
artist bio
Rudolf Koller was a Swiss painter who played a significant role in popularizing animal painting and genre art in Switzerland. He is known for his realistic depictions of Swiss landscapes and rural life, capturing the beauty and simplicity of the natural world.
what you'll learn
Studying Koller's work allows students to understand the principles of Realism, particularly in depicting animals and landscapes with accuracy and detail. Students can also learn about composition and the use of light to create depth and atmosphere.
related: Gustave Courbet, Rosa Bonheur, Jean-Francois Millet
11 artworks
Into the Mountains
1881
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Farmyard
1870
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Bertha Schlatter
1855
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Richisau
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Self-portrait at 16
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Shepherd Girl Knitting
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Rider and Farmer's Wife at the Lake
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Midday Rest
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Cow in Vegetable Garden
1857
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Cows with shepherdess at the lake
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The poacher in a forest landscape
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