Ernst Josephson, 1851-1906

The artwork titled "Ernst Josephson, 1851-1906" is a painting created in 1886. It is currently housed in the Nationalmuseum. The painting, measuring 0.655 meters in width and 0.812 meters in height, is by Ernst Josephson.

The painting presents a portrait of a man, presumably the artist Ernst Josephson himself. He is depicted seated, wearing a straw hat and a dark jacket over a white shirt. A loosely tied, dark-colored cravat with white polka dots adds a touch of casual elegance to his attire. The man holds a lit cigarette in his left hand, his gaze directed towards the viewer, creating a sense of direct engagement. A small, partially filled glass, likely containing liquor, rests on the table before him. The background is rendered in dark, warm tones, further emphasizing the subject's presence. The painting's style is characterized by loose brushstrokes and a focus on capturing the sitter's character and expression, rather than minute details.