Bessie Bruce (1910) by Oskar Kokoschka

Bessie Bruce - Oskar Kokoschka - 1910

Artwork Information

TitleBessie Bruce
ArtistOskar Kokoschka
Date1910
Art MovementExpressionism

About Bessie Bruce

The artwork, named “Bessie Bruce,” is a portrait created by Oskar Kokoschka in 1910. It belongs to the Expressionism art movement and exemplifies the artist’s characteristic approach to capturing the emotional depth and intricate psychological landscapes of his subjects.

The portrait depicts a woman seated with her arms gently crossed, gazing abstractedly to her left. Rich in texture and color, the artwork utilizes a palette of subdued, earthy tones with occasional brights, characteristic of the Expressionist movement. The background is nebulous, blending a spectrum of muted hues that contrast with the detailed rendering of the subject’s attire and facial features. The woman’s attire, featuring a high-collared blouse accented with a blue bow tie, denotes a sense of formality and poise. The artist’s signature, “OK,” is inscribed in the lower right corner, affirming the authenticity of the work. Through bold brushwork and evocative use of color, Kokoschka captures not only the likeness but also the enigmatic inner life of the subject, offering a compelling glimpse into the early 20th-century portraiture.

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