Portrait of Pavel Halmi (1903)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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This compelling portrait, painted in 1903 by renowned artist Elemír Halász-Hradil, features Pavel Halmi, dressed in the refined fashion of the early 20th century. The artist captures Halmi's distinguished presence against a subdued, earthy background that accentuates the subject's sharp features and thoughtful expression.Halmi stands confidently, donning a dark, tailored jacket that is complemented by a crisp, white shirt and a neatly fastened necktie. His attire is elegantly finished with a gold pocket watch chain that subtly hints at his social status and keen attention to detail. The light captures the textures of his clothing, from the soft sheen on his jacket to the matte finish of his shirt, creating a realistic portrayal that invites viewers to appreciate the craftsmanship of both the garment and the painting.Halász-Hradil's skillful use of shading and contours brings a lifelike quality to Halmi's visage. His rounded spectacles reflect a gentle light, drawing attention to his keen eyes, which seem to gaze directly at the viewer, establishing an intimate connection that transcends time.Overall, "Portrait of Pavel Halmi" stands as a testament to Elemír Halász-Hradil's mastery in portrait art.
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Elemír Halász-Hradil (1873 m. - 1948 m.) was a Slovak painter of Hungarian origin.
He lived in Vienna from 1892 to 1894.The following year he moved to Košice. He studied at Simon Hollósy's private school in Munich from 1897 to 1901, he then continued his studies at the Académie Julian in Paris with Professor Jean-Paul Laurens from 1902 to 1903.
With a soft palette and hazy paint handling, Halász-Hradil executed a variety of quiet portraits and scenes of everyday life. Along with selling his paintings, Halász-Hradil made a living as a painting teacher.