Study of a Standing Boy (1900)
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Elemír Halász-Hradil's 1900 painting, "Study of a Standing Boy," depicts a youthful figure, embodying a poignant blend of vulnerability and resilience. The boy stands barefoot, his clothing, comprised of a dark coat and rough, brown trousers, hangs loosely on his slender frame, hinting at a life touched by hardship. His expression is thoughtful, almost melancholic, with a hint of stoicism, as if he is resigned to taking on whatever life throws at him.The artist’s use of subdued, earthy tones and soft brush strokes captures the texture of the boy’s tattered clothing and the subtle contours of his youthful face. The painting's background is undetailed, focusing all attention on the subject and his introspective gaze, which seems to extend beyond the canvas, inviting viewers to reflect on the social and personal contexts that might define such a figure."Study of a Standing Boy" is a testament to Halász-Hradil's skill in portraiture and his sensitivity towards his subjects, often highlighting individuals positioned on the fringes of society.
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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.