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Jossa

Unknown

1916

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Jossa is a 1916 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1916
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This is a dark, shadowy portrait of a person wearing a dark hat and coat. The face is blurred, with only vague shapes showing—no clear eyes, nose, or mouth. The background is a flat, muddy brown, making the figure stand out as a dark silhouette. The brushstrokes are thick and rough, almost like scribbles, giving the painting a gritty, unfinished look. The lighting is harsh, with stark contrasts between light and dark areas. This style is called *chiaroscuro*.