Poachers — History & Facts
In Poachers, the viewer sees a group of figures engaged in hunting activities. The colors are earthy, with greens and browns dominating the landscape. The setting appears to be a dense forest, suggesting a natural habitat.
The figures are depicted in motion, conveying a sense of urgency and stealth. The painting is executed in oil on canvas, a medium that allows for rich texture and depth. The artist employs a realistic style, capturing the details of the figures and their surroundings with precision. Light and shadow play an important role in creating a three-dimensional effect.
The approximate dimensions are 80 x 100 cm. Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan was a Slovak painter known for his depictions of rural life and nature. Poachers reflects his interest in the relationship between humans and the natural world. An interesting fact about this work is that it showcases the tension between man and nature, a recurring theme in his oeuvre.
The painting likely dates to the early 1900s, a period of significant change in Slovakia.
More Artworks by Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Landscape with houses
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Pohľad na Dolný Kubín O 1923 Orava Gallery
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Veličná O 2014 Orava Gallery
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Blue Bay
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Nad dedinou O 1278 Orava Gallery
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Pastieri O 197 Orava Gallery
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Večerná krajina O 4464 Slovak National Gallery
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Winter Landscape
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Oravský motív M 357 Ernest Zmeták Art Gallery
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan

Hunters and Death
Arnold Peter Weisz-Kubínčan
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