Portrait of a BoyAleksandr Deyneka · 1915

Socialist Realism
1915
30.0 x 24.0 cm

Aleksandr Deyneka (1899 – 1969)

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Long conjectured to portray Alban Berg, who did not visit Gmunden in 1908, this nonetheless has clear affinities with those that Gerstl painted there, notably in its broad brushstrokes, subject representation and background. Since this displays a thinner application than the heavy paint deposits seen in his later portraits from his 1908 vacation, it can probably be counted amongst his earlier works of the summer and therefore painted in Vienna before Gerstl set off for Gmunden at the end of June.

About this artwork

Title: Portrait of a Boy
Artist: Aleksandr Deyneka
Year: 1915
Original dimensions: 30.0 x 24.0 cm
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Under copyright
Keywords: black and red painting, historical art print, socialist realism
Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
Color intensity: Vivid
Perceived brightness: brilliant

Questions & Answers

Who is the artist behind "Portrait of a Boy"?

The artist behind "Portrait of a Boy" is Aleksandr Deyneka. The work is catalogued under Aleksandr Deyneka's name.

Is "Portrait of a Boy" by Aleksandr Deyneka a bright or a dark artwork?

Overall, "Portrait of a Boy" is recorded as brilliant. Perceived brightness describes how light or dark the work appears.

What is the creation date of "Portrait of a Boy" by Aleksandr Deyneka?

"Portrait of a Boy" dates from 1915. The date places the work within Aleksandr Deyneka's career and its era.

How does the style of "Portrait of a Boy" relate to its creator's era?

In "Portrait of a Boy" by Aleksandr Deyneka, the Socialist Realism movement meets the Modern era.

How does "Portrait of a Boy" fit into Aleksandr Deyneka's themes and style?

"Portrait of a Boy" belongs to Aleksandr Deyneka's Socialist Realism work, whose recorded themes include socialist realism influence, early 20th century vienna, berg's conjectured portrait, gmunden vacation echoes, early works, simpler style, exploring identity & form.

Where does "Portrait of a Boy" stand among Aleksandr Deyneka's recurring subjects?

Aleksandr Deyneka's recurring themes include socialist realism influence, early 20th century vienna, berg's conjectured portrait, gmunden vacation echoes, early works, simpler style, exploring identity & form; "Portrait of a Boy" focuses on boy portrait, early 20th art, russian painting, socialist realism, vintage aesthetic, historical figure, black and red hues.

How old was Aleksandr Deyneka when creating "Portrait of a Boy" in 1915?

When "Portrait of a Boy" was created in 1915, Aleksandr Deyneka - born in 1899 - was 16 years old.