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Portret de bătrân, by Arnold Max Wexler, unspecified, 1921

Portret de bătrân

Arnold Max Wexler

1921

unspecified

From the collection of Moldova National Museum Complex

Dominant colour

Overview

Portret de bătrân is a 1921 unspecified by Arnold Max Wexler, depicting Portrait, held at Moldova National Museum Complex.

Who painted this?
Arnold Max Wexler
When & what style?
1921
Where can I see it?
Moldova National Museum Complex

About this work

This painting shows a close-up of an older person with a lined face and white hair. The brushstrokes are thick and rough, blending earthy colors like browns, greens, and yellows. The background is dark and fuzzy, making the face stand out. The painting feels unfinished, like it was done quickly. The artist didn’t smooth out the strokes, leaving visible texture in the hair and clothing. Try looking up impasto to see how this technique works in other paintings.

About the artist

Artist

Arnold Max Wexler

Arnold Max Wexler painted portraits of people, a tradition that stretches back centuries.

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