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1873 | technique: oil on canvas | 31.5 x 39.5 cm | signature: bottom left | framed Lot information Alois Kirnig (1840–1911) is one of the most important representatives of Czech landscape painting in the second half of the 19th century. He studied at the Prague Academy under Max Haushofer and then at the Düsseldorf Academy, where he was strongly influenced by the landscape school of the time. His work combines romantic imagery with realistic observation of nature. The painting depicts Forst Castle near Merano set in a dramatic Alpine scenery, with the painter's typical attention to architectural details and the vividly modeled atmosphere of the mountain landscape. Kirnig is valued for his ability to combine lyrical concepts with topographical fidelity, creating works appreciated by both professional critics and collectors. Bidders are obliged to inform themselves about the condition of the lots before the auction, subsequent complaints will not be taken into account. This is an automatically generated English translation from the original Czech text using deepl.com and is intended for reference only – it does not constitute a legally binding statement of the lot's properties. Please note that we can only guarantee the accuracy of the description and condition as stated in the original Czech version.