Man and Apparition 1830 - 1844

"Man and Apparition" is a charcoal drawing by Theodor Richard Edward von Holst, a German artist who died at a young age in 1844. The drawing depicts a man reclining in a bed, seemingly tormented by a spectral figure appearing in a doorway. The stark contrast between the solid form of the man and the ethereal presence of the apparition creates a sense of unease and emphasizes the emotional turmoil of the subject. This piece, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection, is a powerful example of Holst's artistic talent and ability to capture the human experience with evocative realism.