Arnold SchönbergNicola Perscheid · 1912

1912
10.0 x 16.0 cm
Arnold Schönberg Center

Nicola Perscheid (1864 – 1930)

Nicola Perscheid (1864-1930) was a German photographer renowned for his artistic portraiture, soft-focus style, and the 'Perscheid lens'. Explore his contributions to early 20th-century photography and influence on portrait techniques.

Arnold Schönberg Center (Vienna, Austria)

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The opening of Nicola Perscheid’s studio at Bellevuestraße 6a, right near the Choralion hall (Bellevuestraße 4) where the world premiere of Pierrot lunaire, op. 21 took place in October 1912, was a major event in the press: “A magnificent space in colossal dimensions! No skylight! Smooth, green walls […] On the opposite wall facing the courtyard is an enormous window slanted inwards almost as wide as the wall, of the kind common in painters’ studios. It is outfitted with light and dark curtains to shade and regulate the lighting as desired in a manner scarcely differing from the usual, but tasteful when fully open and not seeming ‘technical’ […].” In Photographische Chronik 8/91 (November 8, 1905). As was often the case with Perscheid, Arnold Schönberg’s portrait features skilfully arranged lighting, assuring clear separation of the subject from the background.

About this artwork

Title: Arnold Schönberg
Artist: Nicola Perscheid
Year: 1912
Original dimensions: 10.0 x 16.0 cm
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: Arnold Schönberg Center
Color palette: Earthy
Perceived brightness: balanced

Questions & Answers

What color saturation does "Arnold Schönberg" by Nicola Perscheid have?

The palette of "Arnold Schönberg" is muted in saturation.

Who created "Arnold Schönberg"?

The artist behind "Arnold Schönberg" is Nicola Perscheid. The work is catalogued under Nicola Perscheid's name.

Which museum holds the original "Arnold Schönberg"?

"Arnold Schönberg" by Nicola Perscheid is on display at the Arnold Schönberg Center, Vienna, Austria. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.

At what age did Nicola Perscheid make "Arnold Schönberg"?

When "Arnold Schönberg" was created in 1912, Nicola Perscheid - born in 1864 - was 48 years old.

What is the color identity of "Arnold Schönberg" by Nicola Perscheid?

The color identity of "Arnold Schönberg" by Nicola Perscheid: an earthy palette, dominated by gray (#8b7f6d).

In what year was "Arnold Schönberg" by Nicola Perscheid created?

The creation of "Arnold Schönberg" by Nicola Perscheid is dated 1912.

What shape and dimensions is "Arnold Schönberg" by Nicola Perscheid?

The format of "Arnold Schönberg" is portrait, and the original measures 10 x 16 cm. Both are useful when planning a reproduction.