Eduard Büchler *
(Vienna 1861–1958)
Hebe with Zeus in the guise of an eagle, signed, dated E. Büchler 1900, oil on canvas, 89.5 x 53 cm, framed (frame slightly damaged), (Rei)
Provenance:
Private Collection Austria.
Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth whose attribute is a cup, is shown in this painting in a reflective pose. As the cupbearer of the gods, she provides them with nectar and ambrosia, and has the ability to grant youth. Her parents are the god Zeus and the goddess Hera. Zeus is depicted in the guise of an eagle. The red toga stands out against the pale skin and dark background. Eduard Büchler here reveals his academically honed skills and his preference for history painting.
Specialist: Mag. Dimitra Reimüller
Mag. Dimitra Reimüller
+43-1-515 60-355
19c.paintings@dorotheum.at
25.04.2018 - 17:00
- Estimate:
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EUR 7,000.- to EUR 10,000.-
Eduard Büchler *
(Vienna 1861–1958)
Hebe with Zeus in the guise of an eagle, signed, dated E. Büchler 1900, oil on canvas, 89.5 x 53 cm, framed (frame slightly damaged), (Rei)
Provenance:
Private Collection Austria.
Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth whose attribute is a cup, is shown in this painting in a reflective pose. As the cupbearer of the gods, she provides them with nectar and ambrosia, and has the ability to grant youth. Her parents are the god Zeus and the goddess Hera. Zeus is depicted in the guise of an eagle. The red toga stands out against the pale skin and dark background. Eduard Büchler here reveals his academically honed skills and his preference for history painting.
Specialist: Mag. Dimitra Reimüller
Mag. Dimitra Reimüller
+43-1-515 60-355
19c.paintings@dorotheum.at
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| Auction: | 19th Century Paintings |
| Auction type: | Saleroom auction |
| Date: | 25.04.2018 - 17:00 |
| Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
| Exhibition: | 14.04. - 25.04.2018 |