Clara Porges, Capri, 1920, Watercolor

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Clara Porges was one of if not the most important painter of her time in Switzerland. At that time, it … Read more Clara Porges was one of if not the most important painter of her time in Switzerland. At that time, it was extremely difficult for a female artist to be recognized. For instance, even the famous Ferdinand Hodler did not appreciate the works of women in principle, and opposed female members of the GSMBA (Society of Swiss Painters, Sculptors and Architects) to obtain equal rights for exhibitions. Thus, the fact that Porges was a woman prevented her from pursuing a great career during her lifetime what she would have definitely deserved. The GSMBA did not allow active membership of women until 1972.

In the 1920s, Clara Porges artworks were mainly influenced by Expressionism and Ferdinand Hodler’s expressive depictions of the Silser Lake. The atmospheric effects of light and expressive use of colors contrasting the sky, mountains, and their reflections in the lake are even more impressive in Clara Porges paintings. Porges used pure colors, e.g. pure ultramarine blue or cobalt blue. Black is almost completely missing in her artworks. Light and dark are represented by skilful juxtaposition of pure colors and their dilutions with water as performed in that stunning watercolor painting of the famous Faraglioni rocks of Capri. That results in a high expression of landscape paintings with stunning atmospheric light effects.

Clara Porges also painted portraits and cities as well as allegorical motifs as part of symbolism like Hodler. Her style with pure, bright colors is unique.

This artwork, obtained at a gallery in Switzerland, has been in possession of an art collector since 2011. It's originally signed lower right & verso entitled "Capri" by the artist. In addition, an estate stamp on the back further proves its originality (in the internet false offers are presented). This piece has an attribution mark,
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