Head Of A Man Looking Obliquely To The Top Right

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This artwork by Leo Gestel, titled "Head Of A Man Looking Obliquely To The Top Right," is a striking example of expressionistic portraiture. The painting features a man's head set against a plain, light background which enhances the contrast and draws focus directly to the subject. The man's gaze is directed upward and to the right, which, combined with the sharp angles and intense dark strokes, imbues the piece with a sense of contemplation or introspection.Gestel has utilized a minimalist yet bold style, primarily using black ink which lends a dramatic and somewhat abstract quality to the work. The brush strokes are loosely defined yet impactful, creating strong shadows and highlights that depict the contours of the face with a sense of movement and depth. This style may reflect the influence of cubism and expressionism, movements known for their avant-garde approach to form and emotive content.Overall, the painting captures a raw, emotional expression through its simplified yet powerful use of line and contrast, typical of Gestel’s innovative approach to modern art.

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Leo Gestel (1881–1941) was a Dutch visual artist, painter, and illustrator. His father was a director of an art school and his uncle painted with the famous Vincent van Gogh. He came across the Parisian avant-garde movement and developed his eclectic style through experimentation with various art forms including cubism, expressionism, futurism, and post-impressionism. He is considered one of the leading Dutch modernism artists, along with Piet Mondrian. The majority of Gestel’s work was lost in a fire.