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View across the Sawahs to Gunung Agung, c. 1937-1939 (oil on board)
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View across the Sawahs to Gunung Agung, c. 1937-1939 (oil on board)
1198436 View across the Sawahs to Gunung Agung, c. 1937-1939 (oil on board) by Spies, Walter (1895-1942); 62x91 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Spies, Walter (1895-1942)); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23305246
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1937 1939 20th Century Painting Active Agricultural Occupation Agricultural Worker Artist German Bali Bare Bare Chested Barechested Calm Chest Crossing Elevated Elevated View Far East Farm Worker Farmers Farmworker Foliage German Art German Artist Indonesia Layer Layered Livelihood Men Only Oil On Board Overlooking Paddy Field Peace Peaceful Physical Activity Plant Part Plateau Pulled Pulling Quiet Reflected Reflection Rice Field Rice Paddy Rural Life Shorts South Asian Art South East Asian Art Southeast Asian Art Southeastasia Spies Thoroughfare Tier Tiered Tranquil Tranquility Two Animals Vocation Walter Spies Working Life Gunung Agung Headwear Natural Space Occupation Positive Concepts Rice Paddies
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View across the Sawahs to Gunung Agung, c. 1937-1939
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captures a serene and idyllic scene of rural life in early 20th century Bali. Painted by German artist Walter Spies, this oil on board masterpiece measures 62x91 cm and is now part of a private collection. The painting depicts an elevated view of lush rice paddies stretching towards the majestic Gunung Agung volcano in the distance. Two bare-chested farmworkers can be seen laboring in the fields, their clothes reflecting the fashion of that era. The tranquility of the countryside is enhanced by the absence of any other human presence. Spies' attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of Southeast Asian agricultural practices. The tiered rice fields showcase traditional farming techniques while two animals pull a plow, symbolizing man's harmonious relationship with nature. This artwork not only showcases Spies' talent as a European artist capturing Southeast Asian landscapes but also provides insight into daily life during that time period. It offers viewers a glimpse into an active yet peaceful existence where people worked diligently to sustain their livelihoods amidst Indonesia's natural beauty. With its vibrant colors and meticulous brushwork, "View across the Sawahs to Gunung Agung" transports us back to a simpler time when agriculture was at the heart of Balinese society and harmony with nature was cherished above all else.
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