Expressionism · 1929
Lotus (Joseph Stella, 1929)
Joseph Stella (1877–1946) made Lotus. It dates from 1929. It belongs to the Expressionism movement. It measures 55 × 65 cm.
- 1929
- 55 × 65 cm
Lotus, in brief
- Title
- Lotus
- Artist
- Joseph Stella (1877–1946)
- Artist born in
- Muro Lucano, Italy
- Date
- 1929
- Dimensions
- 55 × 65 cm
- Movement
- Expressionism
- Subject
- water lilies, dark background”, “vibrant colors”, “impasto texture”, “abstract landscape”, “emotional art”
High-resolution images of Lotus
Joseph Stella, Lotus (1929). Public domain.
Questions on Lotus, answered
When was "Lotus" made?
"Lotus" by Joseph Stella was created in 1929.
How big is the original "Lotus"?
The recorded dimensions of "Lotus" by Joseph Stella are 55 x 65 cm. Reproductions can be ordered in other sizes while keeping the same proportions.
What subjects appear in "Lotus" by Joseph Stella?
The themes present in "Lotus" by Joseph Stella include water lilies, dark background”, “vibrant colors”, “impasto texture”, “abstract landscape”, “emotional art”, “dynamic composition”. Together they summarize the artwork's subject matter.
Can the image of "Lotus" by Joseph Stella be freely reproduced?
Regarding copyright, "Lotus" is in the public domain - its copyright has expired.
Who is the artist behind "Lotus"?
"Lotus" was created by Joseph Stella. The information on this page describes Joseph Stella's original work.
What art movement does "Lotus" by Joseph Stella belong to?
"Lotus" by Joseph Stella belongs to the Expressionism movement. This movement provides the stylistic context of the work.
What stage of Joseph Stella's development does "Lotus" represent?
Within Joseph Stella's career, "Lotus" falls in the Early Period. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.
What was Joseph Stella's age when "Lotus" was created?
When "Lotus" was created in 1929, Joseph Stella - born in 1877 - was 52 years old.
Why is the copyright status of "Lotus" what it is?
"Lotus" by Joseph Stella is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Joseph Stella died in 1946.
About the artist, Joseph Stella
1877–1946, Italy
Joseph Stella
A Bridge Between Worlds: The Life and Art of Joseph Stella Born in the small Italian village of Muro Lucano in 1877, Joseph Stella’s journey was one of constant reinvention and a passionate embrace of modernity. Initially destined for a career in medicine after his family emigrated to New York City in 1896, Stella quickly found himself drawn to the world of art, abandoning medical studies to enroll at the Art Students League and later the New York School of Art under the tutelage of William Merritt Chase. His early work reflected a gritty realism, depicting the harsh realities of immigrant life in the city’s slums – a far cry from the vibrant dynamism that would come to define his mature style. These initial paintings, though significant for their social commentary, served as a foundation upon which he would build a truly unique artistic vision.