Five Portraits. Study for painting in Thielska Galleriet, Stockholm
1901
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From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1901
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows five dark-clothed figures sitting around a table. The scene is dim, lit mostly by a single candle in the center. One person stands, holding a small object, while the others sit quietly. The colors are mostly dark browns and grays, with a few lighter spots where the candlelight hits. The brushstrokes are thick and rough, giving the painting a textured look. This style makes the figures feel more like sketches than finished portraits. If you like this style, look up *impasto* next.
