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L'oncle Joan, by Joan Brull Vinyoles, oil, 1895

L'oncle Joan

Joan Brull Vinyoles

1895

oil

canvas

From the collection of Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

Dominant colour

Overview

L'oncle Joan is a 1895 oil by Joan Brull Vinyoles, a Art Nouveau work, held at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Who painted this?
Joan Brull Vinyoles
When & what style?
1895 · Art Nouveau
Where can I see it?
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

About this work

This painting shows a man in dark clothes, standing with his hands clasped together. He's wearing a hat and shoes, and his face is partially lit by a light source that's not visible in the image. The man's pose and facial expression suggest that he might be deep in thought or lost in contemplation. The dark colors used in the painting add to the overall somber mood. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to check out Joan Brull Vinyoles.

About the artist

Portrait of Joan Brull Vinyoles
Artist

Joan Brull Vinyoles

Joan Brull i Vinyoles (25 January 1863 – 3 February 1912) was a Catalan painter active in the late 19th century.

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