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The Morphinist, by János Vaszary, oil, 1930

The Morphinist

János Vaszary

1930

oil

canvas

From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

The Morphinist is a 1930 oil by János Vaszary, held at Hungarian National Gallery.

Who painted this?
János Vaszary
When & what style?
1930
Where can I see it?
Hungarian National Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a woman with her eyes closed, reclining on a couch. She is wearing a headband with red spots and has a necklace around her neck. The background is abstract, with various shapes and colors. The woman's pose and expression suggest that she is in a state of relaxation or even sleep. The abstract background adds a sense of mystery to the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, look up János Vaszary.

About the artist

Portrait of János Vaszary
Artist

János Vaszary

This Hungarian artist painted scenes both intimate and urban, from sunlit bathers to glowing city nights.

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