Thomas Corinth with Straw Hat

Lovis Corinth

Created:

Movement:

1911

Expressionism

key Notes:

Impressionistic Portrait, Vibrant Color Palette

Dimensions:

25 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. (64.1 x 48.9 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Thomas Corinth with Straw Hat" is a portrait painted by the German artist Lovis Corinth in 1910, depicting the artist's son, Thomas, in a relaxed pose adorned with a straw hat. This work exemplifies Corinth's expressive brushwork and vibrant color palette, reflecting the influence of Impressionism while also showcasing his unique approach to portraiture and familial themes within his oeuvre.

Description of the work:

"Thomas Corinth with Straw Hat" by Lovis Corinth features a portrait of the artist's son, characterized by a vibrant palette and expressive brushwork that convey a sense of immediacy and intimacy. The composition is marked by the interplay of light and shadow, highlighting the subject's features and the texture of the straw hat, while the background remains loosely defined, emphasizing the figure's presence.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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