About this artwork
This is an anonymous photograph of the Tellskapelle in Uri. The chapel is located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, a site laden with historical and cultural significance. The Tellskapelle is dedicated to William Tell, a legendary Swiss folk hero whose story is deeply intertwined with the nation's identity and struggle for independence. Tell, as the story goes, was a symbol of resistance against oppression, embodying the values of courage, freedom, and self-determination. It’s said that he leapt from a boat onto this very spot. The chapel has become a pilgrimage site, where individuals and groups come to reflect on Swiss heritage. This image not only captures the architectural details of the chapel, but also serves as a reminder of the stories, values, and collective memories associated with William Tell and the Swiss struggle for autonomy.
Artwork details
- Medium
- photography
- Dimensions
- height 335 mm, width 460 mm
- Location
- Rijksmuseum
- Copyright
- Rijks Museum: Open Domain
Tags
16_19th-century
pictorialism
landscape
photography
realism
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About this artwork
This is an anonymous photograph of the Tellskapelle in Uri. The chapel is located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, a site laden with historical and cultural significance. The Tellskapelle is dedicated to William Tell, a legendary Swiss folk hero whose story is deeply intertwined with the nation's identity and struggle for independence. Tell, as the story goes, was a symbol of resistance against oppression, embodying the values of courage, freedom, and self-determination. It’s said that he leapt from a boat onto this very spot. The chapel has become a pilgrimage site, where individuals and groups come to reflect on Swiss heritage. This image not only captures the architectural details of the chapel, but also serves as a reminder of the stories, values, and collective memories associated with William Tell and the Swiss struggle for autonomy.
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