Tivadar Kosztka Csontvary
1853–1919 · Hungarian · 31 artworks
Post-ImpressionismExpressionismVibrant color palettesSymbolic landscapesVisionary themesBold brushstrokesPerspective distortion
artist bio
Tivadar Kosztka Csontváry was a Hungarian painter whose work is considered a synthesis of Post-Impressionism and Expressionism. Largely self-taught and working in isolation, he developed a unique visionary style characterized by vibrant colors and spiritual themes, only gaining posthumous recognition.
what you'll learn
Studying Csontváry's art allows students to explore the use of color to convey emotion and the development of a personal style outside of established artistic circles. Students can also analyze how artists can blend different movements to create something new.
related: Vincent van Gogh, Paul Gauguin, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
31 artworks
Electric Station at Jajce at Night
1903
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Baalbek
1906
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The Mount of Olives in Jerusalem
1905
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Roman Bridge at Mostar
1903
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Castellamare di Stabia
1902
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Ruins of the Ancient Theatre of Taormina
1905
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Trees in Electric Light at Jajce
1903
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The Small Taormin
1904
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Coaches in Athens at New Moon
1904
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Young Painter
1898
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Sun Looking Back at Trau
1899
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Street in Athens
1904
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Fortress with Arabs Riding Camels
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Sunset Over the Bay of Naples
1901
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Pompeji Have (House of the Chirurgus with the Vesuv)
1898
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Sacrificial Stone in Baalbek
1907
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View of Selemecbánya
1902
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Town at the Seashore
1902
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Springtime in Mostar
1903
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Blossoming Almonds (Landscape in Italy)
1902
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Praying Saviour
1903
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Mary's Well at Nazareth
1908
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Pilgrimage to the Cedars in Lebanon
1907
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View of the Dead Sea from the Temple Square in Jerusalem
1905
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Rendezvous of Lovers
1902
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Waterfall at Jajce
1903
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Self-Portrait
1900
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Company Passing a Bridge
1904
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Riders on the Seashore
1909
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Blossoming Almonds in Taormina
1902
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The Eastern Railway Station at Night
1902
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