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Added Nov 8, 2023

Shadow of the climber

The Expressionist painting "Shadow of the Mountaineer" depicts the moment before the climb begins. It Show a mountaineer setting up his tent just before climbing to the summit. The environment - a mountainous landscape - is depicted in bright, painterly colors typical of Expressionism. Deep shadows fall on the climber and his tent, creating an atmosphere of mystery and tension. This creates a sense of unpredictability and arouses the viewer's interest. The view from inside the tent is presented in gloomy, cold shades, which adds to the drama of the scene. Overall, the painting conveys the emotional state of the climber before an important event, revealing his inner world through strong colors and dark shadows.