View of Kronberg 

Philipp Franck created this watercolor painting "View of Kronberg," a town northwest of Frankfurt, Germany. Franck was part of the post-impressionist movement, a time when artists were exploring personal expression and subjective interpretation. Franck, born in 1860, grew up in an era of rapid industrialization and urbanization. Artists like him were beginning to question traditional values. Franck's choice of Kronberg is interesting because it shows an interest in small towns and the intimate aspects of community. The painting's soft colors and fluid brushstrokes communicate a mood of gentle observation. The town appears harmonious, nestled within the landscape. Yet, let us consider the gaze of the artist, the act of looking and representing. Whose stories are prioritized in such idyllic scenes, and whose are overlooked? By appreciating Franck’s technical skill, and questioning the narratives that the painting implies, we start to see the art for both its beauty and the way it reflects the society of its time.