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Janis RozentālsNude woman with roses by famous Latvian painter Janis Rozentāls1895
1895
About the Item
Janis Rozentāls was born in 1866 in Saldus, Latvia, to a family with modest means. The son of a
blacksmith, Rozentāls faced economic challenges in his early life, prompting him to move to
Riga at the age of 15 in search of work. Despite his initial attempt at a career as a waiter, he
eventually found his passion for art and became an apprentice to a painter.
After years of hard work, Rozentāls gained admission to the Saint Petersburg Academy of Arts
in 1888, marking the beginning of his formal artistic education. His talent quickly became
evident, and his diploma work, "After Church," garnered significant attention. During his time in
Saint Petersburg, Rozentāls was part of the Latvian artistic and musical group called Rūķis,
reflecting a nationalistic sentiment.
In 1899, Rozentāls returned to Latvia and settled in Riga in 1901. His encounter with Finnish
singer Elli Forssell at a concert in 1902 marked a turning point in his life. Their love story led to
marriage in 1903, and their union influenced not only Rozentāls' personal life but also sparked
his interest in Finnish art.
Rozentāls initially pursued realism in his art but later incorporated influences from impressionism
and symbolism. His wife, Elli, became his muse and appeared in various forms in his paintings,
ranging from Eve to Mary Magdalene, but most commonly as a Madonna. The couple had three
children: Laila, Irja Austra, and Miķelis.
During the summers in Finland, Rozentāls painted sunny portraits, often featuring Elli's relatives.
The Finnish landscape, with its clear lines and almost harshness, left a notable impact on
Rozentāls' artistic style. He expressed a particular interest in summer landscapes, occasionally
incorporating bright autumn colors. However, winter landscapes were a rare subject in his
works.
The outbreak of World War I in 1914 led the Rozentāls family to flee to Finland in 1915.
Rozentāls continued to paint despite the challenges of finding work in a new country. In 1916, he
painted a portrait of the Finnish writer Aino Kallas, among other works, to sustain his family
financially. Tragically, Rozentāls passed away on Boxing Day in 1916 due to a heart attack.
- Creator:Janis Rozentāls (1866 - 1916, Latvian)
- Creation Year:1895
- Dimensions:Height: 24.41 in (62 cm)Width: 13 in (33 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Brooklyn, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1599214026092
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