HODLER. A MODEL FOR SWISS ART
“At the beginning of the 20th century, Ferdinand Hodler (1853–1918) was a central figure on the Swiss and European art scene. Celebrated from Paris to Vienna and compared to Paul Cézanne, Gustav Klimt, and Auguste Rodin, Hodler was among the most renowned painters on the eve of the First World War. In Switzerland, he contributed decisively to artistic modernity and played the role of a model, a driving force, and a foil all at once.”