Portrait of Alexej von Jawlensky — Marianne von Werefkin

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Artist: Marianne von Werefkin
Date: 1896
Location: Lenbachhaus

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Marianne von Werefkin

Marianne von Werefkin, the "Russian Rembrandt," pioneered Expressionism and mentored artists from her vibrant Munich salon.

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