Richard Gerstl

Austrian painter and illustrator

Richard Gerstl - Austrian painter and illustrator
Born

September 14th, 1883
141 years ago

Died

1908
117 years ago — 25 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Austria

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Born in 1883, an Austrian painter gained attention for contributions to early Expressionism. Studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna and became a part of the Viennese art scene. Gerstl created striking portraits and landscapes characterized by bold colors and emotive brushwork. His works often exhibited a psychological intensity reflecting complex human emotions. In 1908, he created one of his most recognized pieces, 'Portrait of the Artist's Family.' Gerstl's life was marked by personal struggles and he tragically took his own life in 1908, cutting short a burgeoning career.

Created the painting 'Portrait of the Artist's Family'

Contributed to early Expressionism

Produced striking portraits and landscapes

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