Prayer in the Saint Pierre Cathedral in Geneva 1882

Ferdinand Hodler's "Prayer in the Saint Pierre Cathedral in Geneva" (1882) depicts a scene of religious devotion within the cathedral's austere interior. The painting captures the solemnity of the setting with its towering columns, vaulted ceilings, and stained-glass windows. A preacher stands in the pulpit, delivering a sermon to a congregation gathered below. The hushed atmosphere is palpable as the figures, rendered in Hodler's distinctive style, appear contemplative and absorbed in prayer. This small-scale work showcases Hodler's attention to detail and ability to convey mood and atmosphere.