{"title":"Richard Gerstl","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"portrait-of-a-seated-man-richard-gerstl-richard-gerstl","title":"Portrait of a Seated Man (Richard Gerstl) - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA self-portrait by Richard Gerstl, the Austrian Expressionist painter, showing the artist seated in an armchair. The painting is characterised by bold brushwork and a restrained colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl (1883-1908) was an Austrian painter known for his intense, emotionally charged Expressionist portraits and unconventional approach to the genre. His career was tragically cut short by suicide at the age of 25, but his small body of work has secured his place as a significant, if somewhat isolated, figure in early 20th-century art. Gerstl's style is characterised by bold brushwork, a rejection of academic conventions, and a raw, psychological approach to his subjects. He was a contemporary of artists such as Oskar Kokoschka and Egon Schiele, though his work remained largely unrecognised during his lifetime. This self-portrait shows the artist seated in a light green armchair, wearing a dark suit and tie. His hands are clasped in his lap, and his gaze is direct. The background is indistinct, with hints of other figures or objects. The brushstrokes are visible and energetic, contributing to the overall sense of immediacy and emotional intensity. The colour palette is restrained, with muted greens, browns, and blues dominating the composition. The portrait is a study in introspection, capturing the artist's inner turmoil and psychological complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/side-panels-for-anatomy-of-aphrodite-paul-klee\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSide Panels for 'Anatomy of Aphrodite' - Paul Klee — Paul Klee\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57794097152335,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57794102362447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57794102395215,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-a-Seated-Man-Richard-Gerstl-_Poster_CompositorV1_1779924844339.jpg?v=1779926060"},{"product_id":"flowering-meadow-with-trees-richard-gerstl","title":"Flowering Meadow with Trees - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis landscape by Richard Gerstl captures a meadow with trees using expressive brushwork and a vibrant palette of greens and whites. The painting conveys a sense of movement and emotional intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl, an Austrian painter born in 1883, is known for his expressionistic and often turbulent works. Though his career was tragically cut short by suicide at the age of 25, his output remains a significant contribution to early 20th-century art. Gerstl's style is characterised by its raw emotionality and innovative approach to colour and form. He stands apart from many of his contemporaries due to his unique blend of influences and his intensely personal vision. 'Flowering Meadow with Trees' exemplifies Gerstl's expressive brushwork and his interest in capturing the essence of a scene rather than a precise representation. The painting depicts a meadow dotted with flowers and framed by trees, rendered in a palette of greens, whites, and touches of blue. The brushstrokes are loose and gestural, creating a sense of movement and vitality. The composition is relatively simple, focusing on the interplay of light and shadow within the natural setting. The overall effect is one of immediacy and emotional intensity, inviting the viewer to experience the scene through Gerstl's eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/study-v-aelbert-cuyp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eStudy V - Aelbert Cuyp — Aelbert Cuyp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57794110751055,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57794118254927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57794118287695,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Flowering-Meadow-with-Trees_Poster_CompositorV1_1779925444081.jpg?v=1779926432"},{"product_id":"embankment-near-gmunden-richard-gerstl","title":"Embankment near Gmunden - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA landscape by Richard Gerstl, 'Embankment near Gmunden' features thick, gestural brushstrokes of green and blue, depicting foliage and sky in the Austrian countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl, an Austrian painter born in 1883, is known for his expressionistic portraits and landscapes. His career was tragically cut short by suicide at the age of 25. Gerstl's work often displays a raw emotional intensity and a departure from traditional artistic conventions. He is considered an important, if somewhat isolated, figure in the development of Austrian Expressionism. 'Embankment near Gmunden' is a small-scale oil painting that captures a view of the Austrian countryside. The composition is dominated by thick, gestural brushstrokes of green and blue, depicting foliage and sky. The embankment itself is rendered with broad strokes of ochre and green, suggesting a path or road. The painting's surface is heavily worked, with visible impasto adding texture and depth. The overall effect is one of immediacy and spontaneity, capturing a fleeting moment in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-effect-of-snow-at-argenteuil-alfred-sisley\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Effect of Snow at Argenteuil - Alfred Sisley — Alfred Sisley\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57794138014031,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57794144043343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57794144076111,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Embankment-near-Gmunden_Poster_CompositorV1_1779925925049.jpg?v=1779927013"},{"product_id":"woman-with-feathered-hat-richard-gerstl","title":"Woman with Feathered Hat - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portrait by Richard Gerstl, 'Woman with Feathered Hat' showcases the artist's expressive brushwork and exploration of psychological depth through its direct gaze and contrasting colours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl was an Austrian painter known for his intense, emotionally charged Expressionist portraits and unconventional approach to colour. His short but productive career ended tragically with his suicide at the age of 25. Gerstl's work often explored themes of psychological turmoil and the complexities of human relationships. He is now considered an important figure in early Expressionism. 'Woman with Feathered Hat' exemplifies Gerstl's distinctive style. The sitter, a woman with a pale complexion, is depicted wearing a large, dark hat adorned with feathers. Her dark coat contrasts with the light, almost impressionistic background of greens and yellows. The brushwork is loose and expressive, with visible strokes that add to the painting's emotional intensity. The woman's gaze is direct, creating a sense of immediacy and psychological depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/le-couple-au-village-gustave-de-smet\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLe couple au village - Gustave de Smet — Gustave De Smet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57804991398223,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57804994019663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57804994052431,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-with-Feathered-Hat_Poster_CompositorV1_1779988445909.jpg?v=1779988598"},{"product_id":"ideal-image-of-trude-geiringer-richard-gerstl","title":"Ideal Image of Trude Geiringer - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA watercolour portrait of Trude Geiringer by Austrian Expressionist Richard Gerstl, dated 1906. The soft palette and loose brushwork create a gentle, dreamlike quality.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl, an Austrian painter associated with early Expressionism, created this watercolour portrait in 1906. Gerstl's brief but intense career saw him develop a style characterised by emotional intensity and psychological insight. He stands apart from many of his contemporaries through his unique approach to portraiture and his willingness to experiment with form and colour. His life was marked by personal turmoil, and he died by suicide at the age of 25. This portrait depicts Trude Geiringer, a woman with fair skin and auburn hair, adorned with a large hat and a delicate dress. The colour palette is soft, with muted blues, pinks, and creams creating a gentle, dreamlike quality. The brushwork is loose and fluid, giving the portrait a sense of immediacy and spontaneity. The inscription at the bottom, in German, translates to 'In kind remembrance of Richard Gerstl, 10 Feb. 1906', suggesting it was a gift or memento.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/le-couple-au-village-gustave-de-smet\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLe couple au village - Gustave de Smet — Gustave De Smet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57805028655439,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57807122858319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57807122891087,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ideal-Image-of-Trude-Geiringer_Poster_CompositorV1_1779989274084.jpg?v=1779989432"},{"product_id":"railway-to-the-kahlenberg-richard-gerstl","title":"Railway to the Kahlenberg - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA landscape by Richard Gerstl, 'Railway to the Kahlenberg' captures a view of the Austrian countryside with loose brushstrokes and a harmonious colour palette, reflecting the artist's expressionistic style.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl, an Austrian painter born in 1883, is known for his expressionistic portraits and landscapes. His career, though short, produced a collection of works that capture the emotional intensity and psychological depth associated with early Expressionism. Gerstl's life was marked by personal turmoil, and his artistic output reflects this inner conflict. He tragically died by suicide at the age of 25. 'Railway to the Kahlenberg' depicts a view of the Kahlenberg, a mountain near Vienna. The painting employs a loose, gestural brushstroke technique, characteristic of Gerstl's style. The colour palette is dominated by greens, blues, and browns, creating a sense of natural harmony. The railway tracks cut across the foreground, leading the viewer's eye into the distance. The composition is somewhat unconventional, with the focus not on a specific landmark but rather on the overall atmosphere and feeling of the scene. The painting captures a moment in time, a fleeting impression of the Austrian countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/in-front-of-the-hat-shop-woman-with-red-jacket-and-child-august-macke\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eIn Front of the Hat Shop (Woman with Red Jacket and Child) - August Macke — August Macke\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818365559119,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818367754575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818367787343,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Railway-to-the-Kahlenberg_Poster_CompositorV1_1780110723888.jpg?v=1780110982"},{"product_id":"mother-and-daughter-richard-gerstl","title":"Mother and Daughter - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis portrait by Richard Gerstl depicts a mother and daughter in a moment of quiet contemplation. The painting's subdued palette and visible brushwork contribute to its emotional intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl, an Austrian painter associated with early Expressionism, created this portrait of a mother and daughter. Gerstl's brief but intense career produced a body of work characterised by psychological depth and emotional rawness. He stands apart from many of his contemporaries due to his unique approach to portraiture and his willingness to explore complex emotional states. The painting depicts a seated mother and daughter. The daughter, dressed in a white dress, sits upright with a somewhat formal posture. The mother, positioned slightly behind, wears a dark dress and has a composed expression. The background is indistinct, with muted colours that draw attention to the figures. Gerstl's brushwork is visible, contributing to the painting's sense of immediacy and emotional intensity. The colour palette is restrained, with the white of the daughter's dress and the dark tones of the mother's clothing dominating the composition. The painting captures a moment of quiet introspection, inviting viewers to consider the relationship between the two figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/in-front-of-the-hat-shop-woman-with-red-jacket-and-child-august-macke\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eIn Front of the Hat Shop (Woman with Red Jacket and Child) - August Macke — August Macke\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818365952335,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818367951183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818367983951,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mother-and-Daughter_Poster_CompositorV1_1780110844041.jpg?v=1780110993"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-a-gentleman-green-background-richard-gerstl","title":"Portrait of a Gentleman (Green Background) - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compelling portrait by Richard Gerstl, this work features loose, expressive brushwork and a direct gaze that captures the sitter's psychological state. The vibrant green background contrasts with the figure, creating a dynamic and emotionally charged composition.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl was an Austrian painter known for his intense, emotionally charged portraits and his early adoption of Expressionist techniques. His short but productive career ended tragically with his suicide at the age of 25. Gerstl's work often explored themes of psychological turmoil and existential angst, reflecting the anxieties of early 20th-century Vienna. He was a contemporary of artists such as Oskar Kokoschka and Egon Schiele, and his work shares some affinities with their Expressionist styles. However, Gerstl's oeuvre remains distinct for its raw emotionality and innovative approach to portraiture. This portrait depicts a gentleman reclining against a vibrant green background. The subject is dressed in a dark jacket and a light-coloured shirt, accented by a small red bow tie. Gerstl's brushwork is loose and expressive, with visible strokes that convey a sense of immediacy and energy. The green background is rendered in a series of broad, gestural strokes, creating a dynamic contrast with the more detailed rendering of the figure. The subject's gaze is direct and somewhat unsettling, drawing the viewer into an intimate encounter with the sitter's psychological state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/in-front-of-the-hat-shop-woman-with-red-jacket-and-child-august-macke\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eIn Front of the Hat Shop (Woman with Red Jacket and Child) - August Macke — August Macke\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818387906895,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818390561103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818390593871,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-a-Gentleman-Green-Background-_Poster_CompositorV1_1780111685195.jpg?v=1780111957"},{"product_id":"the-fey-sisters-karoline-pauline-richard-gerstl","title":"The Fey Sisters (Karoline \u0026 Pauline) - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portrait by Richard Gerstl, 'The Fey Sisters (Karoline \u0026amp; Pauline)' captures the subjects with loose, expressive brushwork and a muted palette, characteristic of the artist's early Expressionist style.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl, an Austrian painter associated with early Expressionism, created this portrait of the Fey sisters, Karoline and Pauline. Gerstl's brief but intense career produced a body of work characterised by emotional rawness and innovative techniques. He stands apart from many of his contemporaries due to his unique approach to portraiture and his exploration of psychological states. His life was cut short by suicide at the age of 25. The painting depicts the two sisters seated side by side, their figures dominating the composition. They are dressed in light-coloured gowns that blend into the background. Gerstl's brushwork is loose and expressive, with visible strokes that convey a sense of movement and energy. The colours are muted, with a focus on whites, creams, and browns, which adds to the painting's sombre mood. The faces of the sisters are rendered with a directness that captures their individual personalities, while also hinting at a shared familial connection. The background is indistinct, drawing attention to the figures and their relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/in-front-of-the-hat-shop-woman-with-red-jacket-and-child-august-macke\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eIn Front of the Hat Shop (Woman with Red Jacket and Child) - August Macke — August Macke\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818390856015,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818394034511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818394067279,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Fey-Sisters-Karoline-Pauline-_Poster_CompositorV1_1780111804927.jpg?v=1780112076"},{"product_id":"self-portrait-nude-richard-gerstl","title":"Self-Portrait (Nude) - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA nude self-portrait by Austrian Expressionist Richard Gerstl, rendered in cool tones and vigorous brushstrokes, conveying a sense of emotional intensity and introspection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl (1883-1908) was an Austrian painter known for his intense, emotionally charged Expressionist works. Though his career was brief, ending with his suicide at the age of 25, Gerstl produced a body of work that stands apart from his contemporaries due to its raw psychological insight and innovative approach to colour and form. He is considered one of Austria's first Expressionists. This self-portrait presents the artist nude, standing in a somewhat ambiguous space. The palette is restrained, dominated by cool blues, greys, and whites, with touches of warmer flesh tones. Gerstl's brushwork is vigorous and expressive, with visible strokes that convey a sense of immediacy and emotional urgency. The figure is rendered with a degree of anatomical accuracy, but Gerstl is less concerned with idealised beauty than with capturing the inner state of the subject. The pose is somewhat confrontational, with the artist meeting the viewer's gaze directly. The background is indistinct, adding to the sense of isolation and introspection that characterises the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-franz-marc-august-macke\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Franz Marc - August Macke — August Macke\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818409599311,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57821041983823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57821042016591,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Self-Portrait-Nude-_Poster_CompositorV1_1780112284657.jpg?v=1780112541"},{"product_id":"orchard-richard-gerstl","title":"Orchard - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA study of an orchard by Austrian Expressionist Richard Gerstl, featuring rapid, gestural brushwork and a palette of varied greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl, an Austrian painter active in Vienna during the early twentieth century, produced this work towards the end of his brief career. The painting depicts a quiet, sun-dappled orchard, rendered through a series of rapid, gestural brushstrokes. Unlike the more structured compositions of his contemporaries, Gerstl favoured a direct, emotive application of paint. The surface of the canvas is dominated by varying shades of green, ranging from deep, shadowed tones in the foliage to lighter, yellowish hues on the ground.\n\nGerstl is often associated with the early development of Expressionism in Austria. His approach to the canvas was unconventional for the period, prioritising the physical texture of the paint and the immediate sensation of the scene over traditional academic precision. The trees are suggested rather than defined, their forms emerging from the thick, rhythmic application of pigment. This technique creates a sense of movement, as if the light is shifting across the orchard floor in real time.\n\nThis work reflects the artist's interest in the natural world, filtered through a highly personal, subjective lens. The lack of rigid boundaries between the trees and the surrounding space contributes to an atmospheric quality, drawing the viewer into the scene. Gerstl's work remained largely unknown during his lifetime, but his contribution to the development of modern painting in Vienna has since been recognised for its raw, unmediated quality. This print captures the texture of the original oil application, preserving the energy of his brushwork and the specific tonal range of the green palette. It provides an opportunity to observe the development of an artist who operated outside the established circles of the Vienna Secession, pursuing a path that was entirely his own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58174278828367,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58175198200143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58175198232911,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58175198265679,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58175198298447,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58175198331215,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58175198363983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58175198396751,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58175198429519,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58175198462287,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58175198495055,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232218747215,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232218779983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232218812751,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232219140431,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232219173199,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232219238735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Orchard_Poster_CompositorV1_1783478888160.jpg?v=1783587215"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-a-lieutenant-alois-gerstl-richard-gerstl","title":"Portrait of a Lieutenant (Alois Gerstl) - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portrait of the artist's brother, Alois Gerstl, rendered with energetic brushwork and a distinctive light-filled interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait depicts Alois Gerstl, the artist's brother, dressed in his military uniform. Painted in 1905, the work captures the distinctive approach of Richard Gerstl, an Austrian painter whose career was brief but marked by an intense, subjective style. The composition places the subject in the foreground, standing before a domestic interior that is rendered with rapid, visible brushstrokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background features a room filled with furniture, including a chair and a mirror, which reflects the surrounding space. Gerstl employs a palette dominated by light greens, yellows, and deep browns, creating a contrast between the dark, structured form of the uniform and the agitated, light-filled environment. The application of paint is thick and energetic, a technique that prioritises the physical presence of the medium over smooth, academic finish. This method allows the light to catch the texture of the canvas, adding a sense of movement to the static figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstl remains an outlier within the Viennese art scene of the early twentieth century. While his contemporaries often focused on decorative or symbolic themes, his work leans towards a raw, psychological honesty. This portrait demonstrates his ability to balance the formal requirements of a likeness with an expressive, almost nervous energy. The interior space is not merely a backdrop but a component of the psychological atmosphere, where the light from the window interacts with the reflective surfaces of the room. The work provides a clear example of his departure from traditional portraiture, favouring a personal vision that anticipates later developments in European expressionist painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491538964815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491539030351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491539128655,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491539161423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491539226959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-a-Lieutenant-Alois-Gerstl-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786382285209.jpg?v=1786924817"},{"product_id":"nude-in-garden-richard-gerstl","title":"Nude in Garden - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA raw, expressionist study by Richard Gerstl, featuring loose brushwork and an earthy palette that captures a figure within a garden setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl, a figure associated with the early twentieth-century Viennese avant-garde, produced this work during the final year of his life. His approach to painting often bypassed the formal constraints of his contemporaries, favouring a raw, immediate application of pigment. In this composition, the figure is rendered with loose, gestural brushwork that prioritises emotional intensity over anatomical precision. The palette is dominated by earthy ochres, deep browns, and acidic yellows, creating a sense of atmospheric density that obscures the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstl worked in relative isolation from the established art circles of Vienna, which allowed him to develop a highly personal visual language. His technique involves thick impasto and rapid, visible strokes that suggest a state of agitation or urgency. The figure, positioned within a garden setting, appears almost absorbed into the foliage and shadows. This lack of clear definition between the subject and the background is a recurring characteristic of his later output. By rejecting the polished finish expected by the Academy, Gerstl moved towards a subjective mode of representation that anticipated later developments in European expressionist painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print captures the texture of the original oil application, preserving the physical presence of the paint. The composition functions as a study of light and form, where the subject serves as a vehicle for the artist's expressive handling of colour. It is an example of the radical shift in portraiture that occurred in Austria before the First World War, moving away from decorative realism toward a more psychological interpretation of the human form. The work remains a primary example of Gerstl's brief but intense career, reflecting his focus on the direct translation of internal experience onto the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491545747791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491545813327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491545911631,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491545944399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491546009935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Nude-in-Garden_Poster_CompositorV1_1786382441729.jpg?v=1786924968"},{"product_id":"smaragda-berg-richard-gerstl","title":"Smaragda Berg - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1905 portrait by Richard Gerstl featuring Smaragda Berg, rendered with luminous yellow tones and rhythmic, vertical brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait of Smaragda Berg, painted by Richard Gerstl in 1905, captures the subject seated in a light-filled interior. Gerstl, a figure associated with the early Austrian Expressionist movement, employs a distinct technique here that separates his work from the more rigid academic styles of his contemporaries in Vienna. The composition relies on a series of vertical elements, created by the door frames and the chair, which provide a rhythmic structure to the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is dominated by luminous yellows and whites, which suggest a bright, sun-drenched space. Gerstl applies paint in short, visible strokes, creating a textured surface that animates the light. Smaragda Berg is depicted in a white garment, her posture relaxed yet composed. The background, while partially obscured by the vertical lines of the architecture, provides a contrast to the lighter foreground through darker, more muted tones. This interplay between light and shadow creates a sense of depth without relying on traditional perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstl's approach to portraiture often involved a direct engagement with the psychological state of his subjects. In this work, the focus remains on the figure, yet the environment is treated with equal attention. The painting reflects the artist's interest in the subjective experience of light and form. Unlike the decorative tendencies of the Vienna Secession, Gerstl pursued a more raw and immediate visual language. This piece offers a view into his brief but intense career, during which he experimented with colour and brushwork to convey a sense of presence. The work remains a clear example of his ability to balance structural rigour with a fluid, painterly application of pigment, resulting in a portrait that feels both immediate and considered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491556823375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491556888911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491556987215,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491557019983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491557085519,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Smaragda-Berg_Poster_CompositorV1_1786382767678.jpg?v=1786925169"},{"product_id":"fragment-of-a-self-portrait-richard-gerstl","title":"Fragment of a Self-Portrait - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA raw and psychologically charged self-portrait fragment by Austrian Expressionist Richard Gerstl, featuring aggressive brushwork and intense, direct gaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl remains a singular figure within the Viennese art scene of the early twentieth century. This work, a fragment of a larger self-portrait, displays the raw, unmediated approach that defined his brief career. Gerstl rejected the decorative tendencies of the contemporary Secessionist movement, opting instead for a visceral application of paint that prioritises psychological honesty over formal polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brushwork here is aggressive and immediate. Gerstl applies pigment in thick, directional strokes, creating a surface that feels agitated and restless. The background is not a static space but a field of energy, rendered in swirling, chaotic marks that seem to press against the figure. His gaze is direct, confronting the viewer with an intensity that is both vulnerable and defiant. The lack of clothing and the cropped composition focus the attention entirely on the physical presence of the artist, stripping away the social artifice typically found in portraiture of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstl worked in relative isolation, largely ignored by his peers during his lifetime. His output was small, yet his influence on later Austrian Expressionism is clear. By abandoning traditional finish, he allowed the process of painting to remain visible, turning the canvas into a record of his own emotional state. This fragment captures the tension between the artist and his medium, showing a man who used paint to explore his own identity with uncompromising rigour. The muted palette, dominated by earthy tones and stark contrasts, reinforces the sombre, introspective mood of the piece. It is a work that demands engagement, offering a glimpse into the turbulent mind of an artist who operated outside the established conventions of his time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491559346511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491559412047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491559510351,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491559543119,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491559608655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fragment-of-a-Self-Portrait_Poster_CompositorV1_1786382886533.jpg?v=1786925344"},{"product_id":"self-portrait-with-blue-spotted-background-richard-gerstl","title":"Self-portrait with Blue Spotted Background - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA raw and expressive self-portrait by Richard Gerstl, featuring his characteristic rhythmic brushwork and an unconventional, stippled blue background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl remains a singular figure within the Viennese art scene of the early twentieth century. This self-portrait, executed in 1907, demonstrates his departure from the prevailing academic standards of the period. Gerstl rejected the polished surfaces favoured by his contemporaries, opting instead for a raw, immediate application of paint that prioritises emotional intensity over anatomical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features the artist standing in a formal pose, yet the execution undermines this traditional structure. His jacket is rendered with rhythmic, repetitive brushstrokes that create a textured, almost vibrating surface. This technique draws the eye across the canvas, blurring the distinction between the figure and the surrounding space. The background consists of a chaotic, stippled application of blue pigment against a warmer, peach-toned ground, which creates a jarring visual tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstl worked in relative isolation, largely ignored by the established art institutions of Vienna during his short life. His approach to portraiture often involved a psychological excavation of the subject. In this work, the direct gaze of the artist confronts the viewer, while the agitated paint handling suggests an internal restlessness. The colour palette is unconventional, relying on the contrast between the cool, dappled blues and the earthy tones of the face and hands. This work provides a clear view into the development of Austrian Expressionism, showing a move away from decorative concerns toward a more subjective, visceral style of painting. The lack of finish in the traditional sense allows the viewer to observe the physical process of creation, as every mark remains visible on the surface of the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491566358863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491566424399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491566522703,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491566555471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491566621007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Self-portrait-with-Blue-Spotted-Background_Poster_CompositorV1_1786383245088.jpg?v=1786925706"},{"product_id":"group-portrait-with-schonberg-richard-gerstl","title":"Group Portrait with Schönberg - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA raw, expressionist group portrait by Richard Gerstl, capturing the composer Arnold Schönberg and his circle with aggressive, gestural brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl painted this work in 1908, shortly before his death. It depicts the composer Arnold Schönberg and his circle. The composition features a group of figures arranged against a background of acidic, yellow-green paint. Gerstl applies pigment with thick, gestural brushwork, prioritising emotional intensity over anatomical precision. The faces are rendered with minimal detail, appearing as masks or blurred impressions rather than traditional likenesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting documents the close, albeit volatile, relationship between Gerstl and the Schönberg family. The artist spent significant time with the composer and his wife, Mathilde, during the summer of 1908. The application of paint is aggressive and immediate, reflecting the psychological tension present in the artist's life at the time. The figures seem to merge into one another, creating a sense of claustrophobia and unease. The palette is dominated by harsh yellows and muted earth tones, which contrast with the lighter garments worn by the subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstl remains an outlier in the Viennese art scene of the early twentieth century. He rejected the decorative tendencies of the Secessionists, opting instead for a raw, subjective approach to the human form. This work is a primary example of his late style, where the physical act of painting becomes as important as the subject matter itself. The lack of clear definition in the figures suggests a dissolution of the self, a theme that permeates much of his final output. By stripping away the conventions of portraiture, Gerstl forces the viewer to confront the raw materiality of the paint and the underlying anxiety of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491592343887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491592409423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491592507727,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491592540495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491592606031,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Group-Portrait-with-Sch-nberg_Poster_CompositorV1_1786383727097.jpg?v=1786926123"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-henryka-cohn-richard-gerstl","title":"Portrait of Henryka Cohn - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1908 portrait by Richard Gerstl, capturing Henryka Cohn through expressive, gestural brushwork and a stark contrast between cool and warm tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl painted this portrait of Henryka Cohn in 1908, the final year of his life. The work displays the artist's characteristic approach to portraiture, which prioritises psychological immediacy over conventional academic finish. Gerstl applies paint with a visible, energetic hand, creating a surface that feels both urgent and raw. The subject, Henryka Cohn, is depicted in profile, seated against a backdrop of deep, moody blues that contrast with the textured, warm tones of the chair or sofa she occupies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstl was an outlier within the Viennese art scene of the early twentieth century. While his contemporaries often leaned towards the decorative stylisation of the Secession movement, Gerstl moved towards a more subjective and emotive mode of expression. His brushwork is loose and unrefined, allowing the viewer to trace the physical act of painting. The figure of Cohn is rendered with a sense of detachment, her gaze directed towards the viewer, creating a tension between the sitter and the surrounding environment. The light-coloured, semi-transparent garment she wears provides a visual anchor, catching the light and separating her form from the darker, more chaotic application of colour in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait belongs to a period of intense creative output for the artist. His work remained largely unknown during his lifetime, only gaining recognition decades later. By rejecting the polished aesthetic favoured by the artistic establishment in Vienna, Gerstl produced images that feel remarkably modern. The focus here is on the internal state of the subject, captured through a combination of colour choice and rapid, gestural application. The painting remains a primary example of his unique contribution to the development of early European expressionist portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491613806927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491613872463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491613970767,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491614003535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491614069071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Henryka-Cohn_Poster_CompositorV1_1786384449679.jpg?v=1786926778"},{"product_id":"room-interior-richard-gerstl","title":"Room (Interior) - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn evocative interior study by Richard Gerstl, featuring thick, gestural brushwork and a moody, atmospheric palette of deep greys and browns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis interior study by Richard Gerstl captures a domestic space through a lens of psychological tension and raw materiality. Gerstl, a figure associated with the early Austrian Expressionist movement, often applied paint with a physical urgency that prioritises emotional resonance over precise representation. In this work, the composition is dominated by a heavy, dark atmosphere that obscures the architectural boundaries of the room. A table covered in a pale cloth occupies the foreground, its surface rendered with thick, tactile brushwork that contrasts against the surrounding shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chair to the left is suggested rather than defined, its form emerging from the gloom through rapid, gestural marks. Gerstl avoids the polished finish common in academic painting of the period, opting instead for a surface that records the movement of his hand. The colour palette is restricted to muted greys, deep browns, and blacks, punctuated by the stark, cool tone of the table covering. This choice of palette creates a sense of isolation and quietude, typical of the artist's private explorations of his own living environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstl's approach to light is unconventional, as it does not serve to clarify the space but rather to fragment it. The light appears to catch only specific edges, leaving the rest of the scene in a state of dissolution. This technique reflects the artist's interest in the subjective experience of reality. By focusing on the mundane elements of a room, he transforms a simple interior into a site of personal introspection. The work remains an example of his brief but intense career, during which he moved away from the decorative tendencies of his contemporaries toward a more direct, unmediated form of expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491616952655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491617018191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491617116495,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491617149263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491617214799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Room-Interior-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786384564986.jpg?v=1786926963"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-mother-maria-gerstl-richard-gerstl","title":"Portrait of Mother, Maria Gerstl - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn expressive, unfinished portrait by Richard Gerstl, capturing his mother with raw, gestural brushwork and a moody, atmospheric palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait of Maria Gerstl, the artist's mother, demonstrates the raw, unmediated approach to paint application that defined Richard Gerstl's brief career. Painted around 1907, the work remains in an unfinished state, exposing the raw canvas and the artist's rapid, gestural brushwork. Gerstl rejected the polished academic standards of his Viennese contemporaries, opting instead for a psychological intensity that prioritised the emotional state of the sitter over formal likeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition focuses tightly on the subject's face, which emerges from a dark, atmospheric background. Gerstl uses a palette of earthy tones, ochres, and deep blacks, applied with a heavy, calligraphic hand. The paint is thick, almost sculptural in places, creating a surface that records the physical movement of the brush. By leaving large sections of the canvas bare, Gerstl allows the viewer to see the process of construction, turning the portrait into a record of the encounter between painter and subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstl's work is often associated with the early development of Austrian Expressionism. His refusal to smooth over the surface or refine the details of the clothing and background creates a sense of immediacy. The gaze of the sitter is direct and unflinching, contributing to the unsettling, honest quality of the piece. This portrait provides a clear view into the artist's method, where the act of painting becomes a vehicle for exploring the human condition. The lack of finish is not a sign of neglect, but a deliberate choice to maintain the energy of the initial observation. It remains a significant example of the shift towards subjective, emotive representation in early twentieth-century European art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491632288079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491632353615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491632451919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491632484687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491632550223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Mother-Maria-Gerstl_Poster_CompositorV1_1786385044881.jpg?v=1786927196"},{"product_id":"lake-traunsee-with-the-schlafende-griechin-mountain-richard-gerstl","title":"Lake Traunsee with the Schlafende Griechin mountain - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA raw, expressive oil painting of the Traunsee by Richard Gerstl, featuring heavy brushwork and a cool, atmospheric palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Gerstl produced this study of the Traunsee during his stays in Gmunden, a period marked by his intense association with the Schoenberg family. The work captures the Schlafende Griechin (Sleeping Greek Woman) mountain, a distinctive geological formation overlooking the lake. Gerstl applies paint with a heavy, gestural hand, prioritising the physical texture of the medium over precise topographical detail. The sky is rendered in sweeping, rhythmic strokes of pale blue and cream, which contrast with the darker, more angular forms of the mountain face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis approach to the subject is immediate and visceral. The water is depicted through short, choppy marks that suggest the movement of the lake surface, while a small boat provides a sense of scale against the imposing mass of the mountain. Gerstl avoids the polished finish common to the academic traditions of his time, opting instead for a raw, direct application of pigment that conveys the atmosphere of the Austrian lake district. This painting reflects his broader interest in the psychological potential of colour and form, moving away from objective representation toward a more subjective interpretation of the natural world. The palette is dominated by cool tones, yet the energy of the brushwork prevents the scene from appearing static. It remains a clear example of his brief but intense career, during which he pushed the boundaries of Austrian art through his rejection of conventional aesthetic norms. The work is held in the collection of the Leopold Museum in Vienna, where it is recognised for its contribution to the early development of Austrian Expressionism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58491621474639,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58491634090319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58491634123087,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491634155855,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58491634188623,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491634221391,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491634254159,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58491634286927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491634319695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491634352463,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58491634385231,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Lake-Traunsee-with-the-Schlafende-Griechin-mountain_Poster_CompositorV1_1786385167276.jpg?v=1786927292"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-a-gentleman-richard-gerstl","title":"Portrait of a Gentleman - Richard Gerstl","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn expressive portrait by Richard Gerstl, featuring rapid, textured brushwork and a moody, atmospheric composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait by Richard Gerstl captures a subject in a domestic interior, rendered with the artist's characteristic application of broken, rapid brushwork. Gerstl, a figure associated with the early Austrian Expressionist movement, often moved away from the polished academic standards of his contemporaries in Vienna. Instead, he favoured a raw, immediate approach to the canvas, where the texture of the paint itself conveys the psychological state of the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition places the figure in a standing position, positioned against a dark, indistinct background that pushes the subject forward. The light source is focused, creating a contrast between the illuminated face and the shadowed surroundings. Gerstl employs a palette that relies on deep tones, punctuated by the lighter, cooler hues of the subject's suit and the patterned rug beneath his feet. The brushstrokes are visible and directional, suggesting a sense of movement and nervous energy that defines much of his short but intense career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the decorative tendencies of the Vienna Secession, Gerstl sought a more direct form of expression. His work often reflects a preoccupation with the internal life of his subjects. This piece demonstrates his ability to balance formal portraiture with a subjective, almost agitated application of colour. The lack of rigid contours allows the figure to merge slightly with the environment, creating a unified atmosphere. This approach provides a view into the transition from late nineteenth-century realism to the more subjective, emotive styles that would define European art in the early twentieth century. The work remains an example of his brief period of productivity before his premature death in 1908.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Gerstl","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491653292367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491653357903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491653456207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491653488975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491653554511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-a-Gentleman_Poster_CompositorV1_1786385645377.jpg?v=1786927834"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/richard-gerstl.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}