Albert Anker

Switzerland 1831 – 1910
Albert Anker (1831–1910) was a Swiss painter celebrated for his vivid and sentimental portrayals of rural life in Switzerland. Born in Ins, Canton Bern, Anker's early ambitions were directed toward a career in theology; however, he later redirected his path to pursue art after the untimely death of his father. He studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris under prominent artists such as Charles Gleyre, where he honed his skills and absorbed the influences of Realism. Anker is recognized for his meticulously detailed and compassionate depictions of peasants, children, and animals set within the bucolic landscapes of his homeland. His works often convey a sense of nostalgia and innocence, capturing everyday scenes with an authenticity that resonated with the Swiss public. His subjects are depicted with a gentle realism, highlighting their individuality and humanity, which can be seen in pieces like "The School Register" (1874) and "The Lesson in Reading" (1875). Throughout his career, Anker exhibited not only a profound understanding of human nature but also an extraordinary talent for rendering light and color. His palette ranged from warm earth tones to cool, airy hues that evoke the changing seasons and times of day. This sensitivity to atmosphere and environment is evident in his winter scenes, village gatherings, and pastoral settings. Despite being influenced by French Realism, Anker developed a unique style that became synonymous with Swiss national identity during the late 19th century. His contributions to Swiss art have been likened to those of Winslow Homer in America or Jean-François Millet in France, though his subject matter and treatment remained distinctly local. In addition to his genre paintings, Anker produced numerous portraits, religious themes, and historical scenes, all imbued with a sense of dignity and simplicity. His work has been widely admired and collected both domestically and internationally, solidifying his legacy as one of Switzerland's most cherished and influential painters.

Collection of Works(Page 4)

School Boy,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, blonde hair, solo, 1boy, male focus, blue eyes, realistic
School Boy
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 3517 × 4000 px
Sitting Boy Peeling Vegetables,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1boy, male focus, solo, sitting, chair
Sitting Boy Peeling Vegetables
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 3784 × 4000 px
Still Life; Herrings,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, no humans, food, plate, cup, traditional media
Still Life; Herrings
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 4000 × 3096 px
The Gerechtigkeitsgasse In Bern,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, outdoors, building, road
The Gerechtigkeitsgasse In Bern
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 6175 × 5035 px
Schoolboy,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1boy, male focus, solo, hat, realistic, holding
Schoolboy
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 4040 × 5303 px
Sleeping Girl On A Wooden Bench,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1girl, solo, barefoot, flower
Sleeping Girl On A Wooden Bench
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 4000 × 2582 px
Strickendes Mädchen,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, solo, blonde hair, braid, realistic
Strickendes Mädchen
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 4260 × 3025 px
The Little Boy With The Big Carrot,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1boy, male focus, solo
The Little Boy With The Big Carrot
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 3238 × 4460 px
Sitting Peasant Woman Holding A Cup In Her Hand,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, solo, table, food
Sitting Peasant Woman Holding A Cup In Her Hand
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 3234 × 4460 px
Still life Excess,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, food, plate, no humans, drinking glass, table, cup
Still life Excess
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 5353 × 4144 px
Study Of A Standing Girl,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, solo, 1girl, blonde hair, blue eyes
Study Of A Standing Girl
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 3142 × 4260 px
The Quack,Albert Anker,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, multiple boys, blonde hair, indoors, sitting, chair
The Quack
Painter: Albert Anker
Resolution: 6634 × 4212 px