Fair in Szolnok by August von Pettenkofen. A bustling 19th-century market square in Hungary featuring oxen, peasants in traditional white attire, and a central white monument under a bright blue sky.

Fair in Szolnok

August von Pettenkofen

1855 · Oil Paint, Panel

A lively and atmospheric 19th-century market scene capturing the rustic charm of a village fair.

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Where it works

A moderate artwork with a brighter pulse with a clear neutral contrast — asks little of the space around it.

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Living Room · Kitchen · Dining Room
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Reads naturally above long furniture lines
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Reads strongest when the wall gives it contrast
Color notes
Charcoal black, Olive green, Blue

About the piece

Painted in 1855 by August von Pettenkofen, this vibrant work depicts a busy market day in Szolnok, Hungary. The composition balances the heavy presence of oxen with the movement of figures in traditional dress, all anchored by a central white monument against a sweeping blue sky. It is an evocative example of mid-19th century realism that brings a sense of historical warmth to a space.

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