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Alexej von Jawlensky
An iconic Expressionist portrait by Alexej von Jawlensky, defined by its powerful use of color and bold, gestural forms.
In Memory of Gustave Landauer (En mémoire de Gustave Landauer)
Hanns Katz
1919 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking expressionist portrait by Hanns Katz, featuring bold distorted forms and a vivid, contrasting color palette.
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Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse in a warmer tonal register — holds its place without needing much around it.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Study · Office
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Works across a broad range of wall colors
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft yellow, Soft gray
About the piece
Painted in 1919 by Hanns Katz, this expressive work serves as a memorial portrait of Gustave Landauer. The piece is a powerful example of German Expressionism, utilizing non-naturalistic teal skin tones and a luminous yellow background to create an intense, emotional atmosphere that commands attention.
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