The Cellist
1917
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
1917
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
This painting shows a man holding a cello. He's wearing a purple shirt and a brown vest. The background is abstract, with lots of colors like yellow, red, and black. The man's face is simplified, with just a few lines for features. He's looking down, and his body is turned a bit to the side. The cello is big and red, and it's the main focus of the painting. This painting reminds me of the artist Max Weber.