Emotion 1900

Ferdinand Hodler's "Emotion" from 1900 depicts a solitary woman in a flowing blue dress, standing in a field of green grass with pink flowers. The woman's pose, with her hands clasped to her chest, suggests introspection or a deep feeling, aligning with the painting's title. Hodler's signature style of elongated figures and the rhythmic repetition of the flowers creates a sense of tranquility and a connection to nature. "Emotion" is a hallmark of Hodler's Symbolism period and showcases his mastery of form and color.