JOB AND THE JUDGEMENT OF PARIS 1966

Ernst Fuchs created this artwork with the intent to challenge viewers to think about societal issues. Fuchs’s “Job and the Judgement of Paris” explores the traditional medium of painting, imbued with an unmistakable personal touch. The monochromatic painting’s smooth surface displays an airbrushed, photo-realistic quality. But Fuchs also drew on traditional, pre-industrial techniques, particularly the glazing methods of the Old Masters. This painstaking, time-intensive approach—layering translucent paints to create luminous effects—reveals a deep understanding of materials and their potential. Fuchs’s detailed application, combined with symbolic narratives, demands that the viewer slow down. It asks us to move beyond fleeting impressions and confront difficult themes. Here, traditional art materials and processes don't just create an image, they invite contemplation, urging us to question our values and assumptions. By understanding the materials, techniques, and social context of "Job and the Judgement of Paris", we can fully appreciate its depth and meaning.