Artwork
Portrait of the art dealer E.J. van Wisselingh (1848-1912)
Portrait of the art dealer E.J. van Wisselingh (1848-1912) is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Marinus van der Maarel. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
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Overview
This oil painting, created in 1898 by Marinus van der Maarel, is a portrait of E.J. van Wisselingh, a prominent art dealer. It is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts van Wisselingh in a close-up view, focusing on his face and shoulder. The somber tone and introspective pose, with one hand near his chin, convey a sense of contemplation.
Technique & Style
The painting is characterized by thick, uneven brushstrokes and a textured surface, achieved through the application of paint in loose, rapid strokes. This impasto technique gives the work a rough, unpolished quality.
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