Richard Gerstl

Richard Gerstl

Austrian painter (1883–1908)

Died aged 25VirgoAustria–Hungary

Biography

Richard Gerstl ([ˈʁɪçaʁt ɡɛʁstl̩]; 14 September 1883 – 4 November 1908) was an Austrian painter and draughtsman known for his expressive psychologically insightful portraits, his lack of critical acclaim during his lifetime, and his affair with Mathilde Schoenberg, wife of composer Arnold Schoenberg, which led to Gerstl's suicide.

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Career highlights

Notable works

  • Semi-Nude Self-Portrait
  • Schönberg family

Genres

  • portrait

Family

Parents
Emil GerstlMaria Gerstl
Siblings
August GerstlAlois Gerstl

Quick answers about Richard Gerstl

How old was Richard Gerstl?
Richard Gerstl died on November 4, 1908 at the age of 25.
When is Richard Gerstl's birthday?
Richard Gerstl was born on September 14, 1883.
Where was Richard Gerstl born?
Richard Gerstl was born in Vienna.
What is Richard Gerstl's zodiac sign?
Richard Gerstl's zodiac sign is Virgo.
What is Richard Gerstl's nationality?
Richard Gerstl is a citizen of Austria–Hungary.
What does Richard Gerstl do?
Richard Gerstl is known as painter.

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