Otto Rut

Biography


Otto Rut

Born in Vienna, Austria,in 1910, Otto Rut began his 60 year career as an artist at age 22 when he studied with Viennese masters at the Döebling School of Arts. He immigrated to Canada in 1950, where he began to sell his works of art by referrals, mainly within Peterborough and Kingston, Ontario. As his success grew, he exhibited his collections throughout Ontario, including one at the Ottawa City Hall, where one of his paintings continues to be displayed. He took his retirement in 1985, at age 75, but continued to add 3-5 paintings to his collection, well into his 80’s. He passed away in January 2005, at the ripe old age of 94,leaving behind a legacy of stunning works of art.

About the paintings:

All Otto Rut paintings are created using only the finest oil paints and a pallet offering both vivid colours and an outstanding 3 dimensional texture. Specializing in Canadian and European landscapes, the artist is able to capture superior depth of field, blending his own spectrum of colours to re-create hues rarely seen outside of nature. His style can range from both the bold and dynamic to the serene and subdued. Experience for yourself, the beauty of an original Otto Rut work of art.   Enter the gallery.

For more information, please contact Isabel Rut at 514-683-0223 or at irut0223@gmail.com