Artwork

Porträt des Abraham Walkowitz

Porträt des Abraham Walkowitz, by Max Weber, oil, 1907
Porträt des Abraham Walkowitz, by Max Weber, oil, 1907

Porträt des Abraham Walkowitz is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Max Weber. It dates from 1907 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.

About this work

Overview

Max Weber's 1907 oil painting, Porträt des Abraham Walkowitz, is a portrait held at the Brooklyn Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Abraham Walkowitz, a man with dark hair and a mustache, seated in a dark suit against a light-colored wall. His neutral expression and direct gaze engage the viewer.

Technique & Style

Weber employs chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, with contrasting light and dark areas adding drama and emotion to the portrait.

Artist & collection

Artist

Max Weber

Max Weber was an American artist.

Brooklyn Museum

Museum

Brooklyn Museum

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