Max Hunziker

1901 Zürich – 1976 Zürich

The Swiss art historian Adolf Reinle described Max Hunziker as a “Christian Surrealist.” This Zurich born painter, graphic artist, and illustrator is perhaps best known internationally for his stained glass windows (including the three choir windows of the Johanneskirche in Bern).

Supported by the Winterthur philanthropist and art collector Georg Reinhard, Hunziker studied in Paris and southern France where he was influenced by Paul Cezanne, Henri Matisse and Georges Rouault.

Hunziker’s works imbue simple objects with poetic and religious symbolism.

Works by Max Hunziker

Max Hunziker – A Dove Released

Max Hunziker – Return of the Prodigal Son

Max Hunziker – Original Gouache – Mother and Children 1935

Max Hunziker Artist and Canvas from Return of the Prodigal Son

Max Hunziker – Chess Players