• Landscape II - Willy Kissler

Landscape II - Willy Kissler

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Landscape - Willy Kissler

Watercolour

280 x 360 mm


Willy Kissler (1924–2011) was a prominent German-born Namibian artist celebrated for his atmospheric watercolor landscapes.
Biography & Background
  • Early Life: Born in Schwelm, Germany, in 1924.
  • Move to Namibia: He relocated to Namibia in 1954 and eventually settled in Swakopmund, where he lived until his death in 2011.
  • Professional Work: He initially worked as a color consultant for a paint factory and later as an expert in stained glass windows for Roman Catholic Churches in Namibia.
Artistic Style & Subject Matter
  • Technique: Primarily a watercolorist (rarely working in oil), his style was heavily influenced by "Old Master" Adolph Jentsch, reflecting a minimalist, delicate technique.
  • Method: He often worked en plein air (outdoors), allowing the natural environment to dictate his palette and mood.
  • Subjects: His works provide a visual record of the Namibian wilderness, frequently depicting vast solitude in locations such as:
    • Etosha Pan
    • Sossusvlei
    • Spitzkoppe
    • Owambo Kraals

Legacy & Collections
Kissler is considered a "Namibian Old Master". His work is held in private and public collections globally, including the Art Association of Swakopmund and by various international political figures from Namibia, Finland, and Germany.