What is the thematic context of Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)?

self-portrait exploration, reflections on identity, darkness and despair, surrealist dreamscape, new objectivity style, expressionist distortion, holocaust trauma, exile & loss

Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)Felix Nussbaum · 1942

Q: What topics does Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek) explore?

surreal figure, nude form”, “cityscape backdrop”, “symbolic details”, “alienation theme”, “erotic imagery”, “dark palette”

Oil On Canvas
WallArt
Surrealism
1942
Modern
87.0 x 72.0 cm
Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück

Felix Nussbaum (1904 – 1945)

Felix Nussbaum (1904-1944) was a German-Jewish Surrealist painter whose haunting works offer a poignant glimpse into life, exile & loss during the Holocaust. Explore his New Objectivity style and powerful self-portraits.

Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück (Osnabrück, Germany)

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About this artwork

Title: Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)
Artist: Felix Nussbaum
Year: 1942
Original dimensions: 87.0 x 72.0 cm
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück
Period: Modern
Creative period: Mature Period
Color palette: Dark

Quick Facts

Dimensions: 87 x 72 cm
Movement: Surrealism
Year: 1942
Artist: Felix Nussbaum
Notable elements or techniques: Impasto, dramatic lighting, expressive lines
Artistic style: Surrealist, textured, asymmetrical

Questions & Answers

What size and orientation are recommended for a print of "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" by Felix Nussbaum?

For "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)", the recommended print setup is a medium size and a portrait orientation.

Is "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" by Felix Nussbaum a bright or a dark artwork?

The perceived brightness of "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" by Felix Nussbaum is balanced. It can be matched to the light of the intended space.

What is the creation date of "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" by Felix Nussbaum?

The creation of "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" by Felix Nussbaum is dated 1942.

Which palette and lead color define "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)"?

"Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" by Felix Nussbaum uses a dark palette, with driftwood (#c28458) as the dominant color.

How old was Felix Nussbaum when creating "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" in 1942?

Felix Nussbaum made "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" at the age of 38. The artist was born in 1904 and the work is dated 1942.

Who is the artist behind "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)"?

"Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" is attributed to Felix Nussbaum.

Is "Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" by Felix Nussbaum a painting, a drawing or a print?

"Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)" by Felix Nussbaum is classified as wall art. The category describes the kind of artwork the original is.