The old Jew

The old Jew by Alexej von Jawlensky
Artist
Alexej von Jawlensky
Date
1893
Style
Impressionism
Genre
Portrait
"The Old Jew" is a compelling portrait that captures the solemn expression and aged features of its subject. Created during a period influenced by various artistic movements, it reflects a careful attention to detail and emotional depth. Lempertz, a renowned German auction house with origins dating back to 1845 in Bonn, Germany, specializes in the sale of significant artworks, including Impressionism and other styles. Entirely owned by the Lempertz family and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, the firm has built a reputation for elevating important portrait works like "The Old Jew" that evoke human dignity and history.

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