Berliner Straßenszene im Herbst (Berlin Street Scene in Autumn) by Lesser Ury
Description: "Berlin Street Scene in Autumn" (Berliner Straßenszene im Herbst) by Lesser Ury is a captivating portrayal of an urban landscape during the fall season. Painted in the 1920s, this work captures a rainy street in Berlin, with figures moving through the city under umbrellas, framed by wet pavements and the warm glow of streetlights reflecting on the slick surfaces. Ury’s characteristic use of light and shadow, combined with his impressionistic brushwork, creates a vivid sense of atmosphere, conveying both the melancholy and charm of a rainy day in the city. The muted palette of grays and browns, contrasted with the bright lights, adds depth and mood to the composition.
Lesser Ury, a German Impressionist born in 1861, was known for his evocative cityscapes and scenes of everyday life in Berlin. His works often explored the interplay of light and weather, capturing the fleeting moments of urban life. "Berlin Street Scene in Autumn" reflects Ury's fascination with capturing the mood of the city, particularly in its quiet, reflective moments.
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Location and Date Created: Berlin, Germany, 1920s.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: Berliner Straßenszene im Herbst (Berlin Street Scene in Autumn).
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Artwork Style: Impressionism with elements of Realism.
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Subject/Topic: A rainy street scene in Berlin during autumn, emphasizing light, shadow, and the atmosphere of the city.