Frau S. Schönberger in grüner Bluse 1934

Walther Gamerith made "Frau S. Schönberger in grüner Bluse" with oil paints sometime during his short life. There’s a muted quality to this painting, a kind of quiet intensity in the way Gamerith works the paint. It's not about showing off technique, but more about a kind of honest, direct seeing. Looking closely, you can see the way the paint is built up in thin layers, almost like watercolor, allowing the texture of the canvas to peek through. The colors are close in value, creating a subtle harmony that draws you in. Notice the way Gamerith captures the light on the woman’s face with soft, blended strokes. It’s like he's trying to capture a fleeting moment, a sense of the woman’s inner life. It reminds me of the work of Lucian Freud, in the way he captures the vulnerability and honesty of his sitters. But Gamerith has his own distinct voice, a kind of gentle empathy that shines through. It's a reminder that painting is not just about representation, but about connection.