Courtyard - Stuttgart

50x70 cm
Oil on MDF-Board, 2015
Unique piece - one of a kind.

This painting shows an unvarnished, honest portrait of a hidden backyard in the heart of Stuttgart. The entrance to this hidden area of the city is shrouded in an impenetrable shadow, creating a mysterious frame for the sunlight that bathes the backyard in radiant gold. The driveway itself, rather plain and functional, gives an impression of sobriety and practicality. The surrounding buildings are not imposing or prestigious, but rather simple and functional in their architecture. The painting focuses on the interplay of light and shadow. While the driveway is in shadow, the backyard shines in bright sunlight. This light reveals a scene that radiates a certain beauty and authenticity despite the modest surroundings.