Head StudiesAdolph von Menzel · 1884

  • Painting mediumAcrylic On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Creation date1884
  • Dimensions12.0 x 20.0 cm
  • MuseumRhode Island School of Design Museum of Art

Adolph von Menzel (1815 – 1905)

Adolph von Menzel (1815-1905) was a leading German Realist painter, celebrated for his detailed depictions of 19th-century life & industrial scenes. Discover his masterpieces and influence on artists like Degas.

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About this artwork

  • Title: Head Studies
  • Artist: Adolph von Menzel
  • Year: 1884
  • Original dimensions: 12.0 x 20.0 cm
  • Format: Panoramic
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
  • Color palette: Neutrals
  • Main color: Putty
  • Keywords: breslau art, drawing, victorian era

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