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untitled (4275)

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József Rippl-Rónai, untitled (4275). Public domain. See this canvas under a moving light: the drawing, the true colour under the varnish, the bare pigment

The facts

Artist
József Rippl-Rónai topimpressionists.com/en/artists/jozsef-rippl-ronai/
Artist’s dates
1861 – 1927
Movement
Post-Impressionism Artists who kept the bright colour of Impressionism but pushed shape and feeling further than the eye really sees.

In context

untitled (4275) — József Rippl-Rónai

When might this have been painted?

  1. 1860
  2. 1870
  3. 1880
  4. 1890
  5. 1900
  6. 1910
  7. 1920

Row above: the years. Row below: how old the artist was at the start and at the end of each span — 0 at birth, 66 at death.

Shaded: the lifetime of József Rippl-Rónai (1861–1927) every dated painting, decade by decade

First works: up to 1896 Main working years: 1896–1910 Late works: from 1910

Those three bands split the works this catalogue has a date for into a first quarter, a middle half and a last quarter. They are not the artist’s complete output: a thin stretch may be a gap in the record rather than a quiet spell. The same years with the artist’s life laid along them

This record has no exact year on file — using the artist's lifetime and the work's style, what decade would you guess?

Compare with

Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.

More works to set beside this one: topimpressionists.com/en/art/similar/jozsef-rippl-ronai-untitled-4275-9GF4MP-en/

Colours

Measured from the image

    Main colour

    Phthalo Green #1f2829

    Catalogued palette

    • #1F2829
    • #CBB37F
    • #45463D
    • #797264

    These colours inside the artist’s whole palette Find other paintings by colour

    Main colour name
    Phthalo Green
    Intensity
    Monochromatic How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
    Contrast
    Balanced How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
    Harmony
    Discordant Palette How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
    Brightness
    Deep_shadow How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
    Saturation
    Muted How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

    Where in the world is this painting looked at?

    • under 1%
    • 1–3%
    • 3–8%
    • 8–20%
    • 20% and over
    This painting alone has too few recorded visitors to map, so the plate reads every work by József Rippl-Rónai over the last twelve months — 5 countries in all. Where these figures come from

    The ten leading countries

    1. 1 China 82.9%
    2. 2 United States of America 12.2%
    3. 3 Mexico 2.4%
    4. 4 Hong Kong 1.2%
    5. 5 Singapore 1.2%

    Find the three darkest countries on the map. Is the museum that keeps this painting in any of them? Write down one reason people far away might look at it.

    The 20 most looked-at works by József Rippl-Rónai

    1. 1 Woman with Three Girls, 1909 4.4%
    2. 2 Portrait of a Blonde Lady 3.3%
    3. 3 Vase, 1898 2.2%
    4. 4 Portrait of James Pitcairn Knowles, 1892 2.2%
    5. 5 Woman in Red Hat, 1925 2.2%
    6. 6 Room, 1910 2.2%
    7. 7 Portrait of Margit Piátsek, 1892 2.2%
    8. 8 Engraving Woman in the Window, 1905 2.2%
    9. 9 Paving the Main Street of Kaposvár, 1905 2.2%
    10. 10 Work in the Fields, 1910 2.2%
    11. 11 Portrait of Pianist Riccardo Vines Roda, 1914 2.2%
    12. 12 untitled (687) 2.2%
    13. 13 In the Vineyard 2.2%
    14. 14 Elderly Lady with Lace-collar 2.2%
    15. 15 untitled (3786) 2.2%
    16. 16 Mother with Child, 1890 1.1%
    17. 17 My Parents after Fourty Years of Marriage, 1897 1.1%
    18. 18 Parisian Woman with Hat, 1893 1.1%
    19. 19 Lady with Black Veil, 1896 1.1%
    20. 60 untitled (4275) this painting 1.1%

    Together these works take 41.8% of all the attention this artist's paintings received over the last twelve months. The catalogue holds 241 works by this artist, of which 73 were looked at at least once. This painting ranks 60 of them, with 1.1% of that attention. The same counts, month by month

    Bars measure attention, not quality. Pick the work at the top and this one: name one thing that might make a painting famous beyond how well it is painted.

    Artist and museum

    Artist

    József Rippl-Rónai

    Born in Kápósvar, Hungary

    József Rippl-Rónai: A Pioneer of Hungarian Modernism

    Born: Kápósvar, Hungary (1861)

    Died: 1927

    József Rippl-Rónai was a pivotal figure in the introduction and development of modern artistic movements within the Hungarian art scene. Born in 1861 in Kaposvár, Hungary, his journey as an artist took him through rigorous training and exposure to diverse influences that shaped his unique style.

    Early Life and Artistic Development

    Rippl-Rónai's formal artistic education began at the Munich Academy of Fine Arts before continuing at the Académie Julian in Paris. His early works demonstrated a vibrant use of color, bold brushstrokes, and innovative compositions, reflecting his engagement with Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, and Symbolism. A notable early piece, The Inn at Pont-Aven, established his ability to convey atmosphere through nuanced color palettes and expressive techniques. He was influenced by Mihály Munkácsy and later embraced the philosophies of Les Nabis.

    Key Works and Artistic Style

    My Grandmother (1894): This painting marked a significant turning point in Rippl-Rónai's career, achieving considerable success and showcasing his evolving style.

    Portrait of Hungarian Pianist and Composer Zdenka Ticharich (1921): Demonstrates his versatility as a portrait artist.

    "Rippl-Rónai Impressions 1890-1900" Exhibition: While initially met with mixed reception in Hungary, this exhibition eventually gained recognition and solidified his position within the art world.

    His artistic style evolved over time, characterized by a progression from darker, more atmospheric works to brighter, more fragmented compositions often referred to as "corn kernels," where distinct patches of color create a textured visual effect.

    Legacy and Recognition

    Rippl-Rónai Museum (Kaposvár): Established in 1934, this museum houses over 400 of his paintings, drawings, and personal items, serving as a vital center for preserving and promoting his legacy.

    Influence on Hungarian Art: Rippl-Rónai played a crucial role in introducing modern artistic concepts to Hungary, inspiring subsequent generations of artists.

    Design Contributions: Beyond painting, he contributed significantly to design, undertaking commissions such as the interior design of the Andrássy palace and creating stained-glass windows for the Ernst Museum.

    József Rippl-Rónai's contributions to Hungarian modern art are undeniable. His innovative approach to color, composition, and subject matter cemented his place as a key figure in the development of Hungarian artistic identity during a period of significant change.

    Where to read more

    Find this online

    QR code linking to the download page for untitled (4275)

    topimpressionists.com/en/art/download/jozsef-rippl-ronai-untitled-4275-9GF4MP-en/

    Cite this artwork

    MLA
    Rippl-Rónai, József. untitled (4275). n.d., https://topimpressionists.com/en/art/jozsef-rippl-ronai-untitled-4275-9GF4MP-en/
    APA
    Rippl-Rónai, József (n.d.). untitled (4275) [Painting]. https://topimpressionists.com/en/art/jozsef-rippl-ronai-untitled-4275-9GF4MP-en/
    Chicago
    József Rippl-Rónai. untitled (4275). n.d. https://topimpressionists.com/en/art/jozsef-rippl-ronai-untitled-4275-9GF4MP-en/
    Harvard
    Rippl-Rónai, József (n.d.) untitled (4275). Available at: https://topimpressionists.com/en/art/jozsef-rippl-ronai-untitled-4275-9GF4MP-en/

    Look closely

    untitled (4275) — József Rippl-Rónai

    Look closely

    Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

    1. What catches your eye first, and why?
    2. Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
    3. How many faces can you find? ____ (our catalogue counts 1 — do you agree?)
    4. Our catalogue files this work under: portrait, reflection, melancholy. Do you agree? What would you add, or take away?
    5. Look back at Woman with Three Girls (1909), earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.

    Your response

    Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.

    Questions & Answers

    Can I order an oil reproduction of "untitled (4275)"?

    Hand-painted copies of "untitled (4275)" by József Rippl-Rónai are sold on this website: a hand-painted oil reproduction on linen canvas, ordered from its Hand-Painted Reproduction page.

    In which movement and which era is "untitled (4275)" by József Rippl-Rónai placed?

    "untitled (4275)" by József Rippl-Rónai is placed in the Post-Impressionism movement, within the 19th-Century era of its creator.

    Can I watch "untitled (4275)" as a full-screen slideshow?

    "untitled (4275)" by József Rippl-Rónai can be viewed as a slideshow on the artwork's Diaporama page.