Hermann Moest (1868 - 1945): Male Figures in Landscape

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This week I picked up another Hermann Moest (1868-1945) work. This time a small oils on canvas mounted on board study of two figures in landscape, circa 1900.
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Unknown Artist "Viajel" .... Portrait of a Child - Dated 1888

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Again we go somewhat off topic with this post but being a painter I just could not resist posting this beautiful work for you. I think it was Mark Twain who said something to the effect that farming was the quickest way to find out if you were a success or making a complete fool of yourself. In the world of art I firmly believe that successfully drawing and painting the human form, in particular portrait painting, will quickly separate the men from the boys. I dearly love a fine portrait and this one is a fine example of late 19th century Academic training. The use of color and those beautiful brush strokes make the subject come alive. It is signed and dated 1888. Unfortunately I could find no biographic information of the artist. It appears to be an oils study on artist board. Enjoy.
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