Joseph Kleitsch (1882-1931)

CLOUDS OVER THE RIVER LANDSCAPE

1920s
Stormy afternoon over the pasture is a typical example of Kleitsch`s work from the early 1920s. His fascination with atmosphere and the desire to capture not only the fleeting weather phenomena, but especially his effort to convey the moment and mood shaped by these forces, make this small piece an excellent example of the most valuable period of his work. Oil on cardboard, 31x40 cm (42x50 cm), signed lower right "Joseph Kleitsch". Framed. The significance of the artist is also reflected in the prices achieved at auctions in the USA. The painting Evening Light, Lagoon (1923), oil on canvas, 24x30 cm, offered at the Bonhams spring auction on April 24, 2018, was hammered down for $85,000 ($106,250 total)