Sick Woman (1912)
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"Sick Woman" (1912) by Elemír Halász-Hradil is a poignant portrayal of vulnerability and human suffering. This evocative painting captures the quiet moment of a woman in evident discomfort or illness. As she leans back against a pillow, her expression is contemplative and weary, suggesting that she is deeply lost in thought, possibly reflecting on her discomfort or broader existential concerns.The composition includes sparse, yet significant elements: a glass of water and two bottles, presumably containing medicine, rest beside her on a small table. These items underscore the pervasive theme of illness and the reliance on remedies that perhaps offer some relief. The restrained color palette, dominated by browns, grays, and earthy tones, conveys a somber, almost melancholic atmosphere, which enhances the emotional depth of the scene.The artist’s brushwork is loose and expressive, suggesting the texture of the fabrics and the frailty of the human condition.
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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.