Mathilde in the studio 1908

"Mathilde in the Studio" is a portrait by Austrian artist Richard Gerstl, painted in 1908. The painting depicts Mathilde, likely a woman in the artist's life, in an expressive and somewhat abstracted style, characterized by bold brushstrokes and thick impasto. Gerstl's distinctive use of color and his focus on capturing the essence of the subject, rather than a realistic depiction, are hallmarks of his work, which often explored themes of isolation and introspection. Sadly, Gerstl tragically died that same year at the age of 25, leaving behind a small but impactful body of work.