Muž pri sviečke Konštantín (1922–1926)

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Konštantín Bauer's evocative painting "Muž pri sviečke" (Man at Candle) captures a poignant moment of solitude and introspection. Created between 1922 and 1926, this artwork utilizes a monochromatic palette, primarily in shades of black and grey, to underscore the intimate atmosphere surrounding the subject.The composition centers on a solitary figure, a man absorbed in his thoughts, with his features softly illuminated by the gentle light of a single candle. The interplay between light and shadow is masterfully handled, creating a chiaroscuro effect that accentuates the contours of the man's face and the candlestick. This careful manipulation of light not only highlights the physical elements of the scene but also evokes a sense of psychological depth.The simplicity of the objects — a candlestick and a small candle — contrasts with the complexity of the emotions conveyed, suggesting themes of contemplation, the passage of time, or perhaps even isolation. Bauer's technique, with its bold and expressive brushstrokes, enhances the dramatic effect and draws viewers into a moment of quiet reflection alongside the depicted figure.

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Konštantín Bauer was a Slovak painter.

Konštantín Bauer was born on November 24, 1893 in Slovenská Ľupča. He spent his childhood in Banská Bystrica. At the age of fifteen, he moved with his parents to Košice, where he graduated from high school. After graduating in mechanical engineering in Budapest in 1915, he worked briefly as an engineer in Novo Mesto pod Šiatrom. From 1916 to 1918 he worked as a railway engineer in Transylvania and then as a civilian employee at the Ministry of War in Vienna.