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Felix Nussbaum Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Felix Nussbaum our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

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Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Felix Nussbaum · 1904 – 1944

In the camp (1940) by Felix Nussbaum

1940 · German Historical Museum, Berlin · original 47 x 42 cm

Felix Nussbaum’s ‘In the Camp,’ painted in 1940, captures the psychological torment of Jewish prisoners enduring Nazi persecution. This stark depiction showcases Nussbaum's masterful use of Neue Sachlichkeit and serves as a powerful reminder of human suffering during WWII.

View the most popular artwork of Felix Nussbaum ranked #1: In the camp
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Surrealism
Color Palette
Earthy
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No. 1 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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My Mother

1926 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück · original 50 x 55 cm

Research reveals Nussbaum’s formative years were shaped by his father’s passion for painting and his own dedication to art education. His work gained prominence during the Expressionist movement, showcasing a distinctive style characterized by meticulous detail and subtle use of light. Felix Nussbaum’s ‘My Mother,’ created in 1926, is a hauntingly beautiful surrealist painting depicting a woman i

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No. 2 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Memory of Norderney by Felix Nussbaum

1929 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück · original 98 x 110 cm

A hauntingly serene scene of leisure captured in Felix Nussbaum's 1929 oil painting Memory of Norderney, offering a poignant glimpse into pre-war life that you can bring to your collection through WikiOO.

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Surrealism
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Neutrals
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No. 3 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Felix Nussbaum, Self-Portrait With Painters Cloth (1935)

1935 · Jewish Museum Berlin, Berlin
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No. 4 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Lovers by Felix Nussbaum

1928

Explore 'Lovers' by Felix Nussbaum (1928). A haunting expressionist oil painting depicting intimacy under a luminous moon. Discover its symbolic depth & textured style.

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Surrealism
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Earthy
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No. 5 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Felix Nussbaum: Masquerade

1927
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No. 6 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Felix Nussbaum, Masks and Cat (1935)

1935 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück · original 61 x 47 cm

Explore 'Masks and Cat' by Felix Nussbaum (1935). A surreal Expressionist painting featuring masked figures & a cat, embodying themes of identity & exile. #art #surrealism

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Surrealism
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Earthy
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No. 7 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Felix Nussbaum, Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek) (1942)

1942 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück · original 87 x 72 cm

Unfinished 'Evening' by Felix Nussbaum: A haunting Surrealist self-portrait exploring alienation & loss. Oil on canvas, 1942. Discover this poignant work of art.

View the most popular artwork of Felix Nussbaum ranked #8: Evening (unfinished) (also known as Self Portrait with Felka Platek)
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Surrealism
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Dark
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Self-Portrait in the Camp (1940) by Felix Nussbaum

1940 · Museum for German and Austrian Art and Private Collection, New York City · original 52.5 x 41.5cm
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No. 9 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Jaqui in the Street by Felix Nussbaum

1944 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück · original 71 x 49 cm

Explore 'Jaqui in the Street' by Felix Nussbaum – a haunting 1944 Expressionist painting of urban isolation. Thick impasto, skewed perspective & dramatic lighting evoke a surreal mood.

View the most popular artwork of Felix Nussbaum ranked #10: Jaqui in the Street
Art Movement
Expressionism
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
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No. 10 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Don Quixote and the Windmills (1938)

1938 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück · original 65 x 50 cm

Admire Felix Nussbaum’s ‘Don Quixote and the Windmills.’ A poignant 1938 painting depicting Cervantes' iconic hero. Hand-painted reproduction available – explore New Objectivity & German art history.

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Art Movement
New Objectivity
Color Palette
Earthy
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Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 11 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Nightly view from the workshop with dishcloth. by Felix Nussbaum, 1940

1940 · original 72.5 x 59.5cm
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Earthy
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No. 12 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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The Hurdy Gurdy Man, Felix Nussbaum

1931 · Berlinische Galerie, Berlin · original 88 x 73 cm
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Earthy
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No. 13 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Felix Nussbaum: Gypsy

1928 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück · original 59 x 44 cm
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Manikins (1943) by Felix Nussbaum

1943 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück · original 100 x 82 cm

A haunting black and white scene of interacting mannequins captures the profound psychological depth of Felix Nussbaum's 1943 masterpiece, inviting you to explore this evocative piece of Holocaust-era history.

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Art Movement
Expressionism
Color Palette
Earthy
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No. 15 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Felix Nussbaum: Self-Portrait with Jewish Identity Card

1943
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Locomotive, 1936, Felix Nussbaum

1936 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück
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Dark
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Self-Portrait in a Shroud (Group picture) by Felix Nussbaum

1942 · Berlinische Galerie, Berlin · original 50.5 x 80.0cm
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Earthy
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No. 18 of 49 artworks by Felix Nussbaum
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Entombment (also known as Organ Grinders at the Roman Forum) (1933) by Felix Nussbaum

1933 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück
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Fish Market – Felix Nussbaum

1936 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück
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Felix Nussbaum, Fear (also known as Self Portrait with His Niece Marianna) (1941)

1941 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück
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Group Portrait, Felix Nussbaum

1930 · original 72 x 87 cm
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Gypsy Woman, Felix Nussbaum

1927 · Kulturgeschichtliche Museum Osnabrück, Osnabrück
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The Refugee (1939) by Felix Nussbaum

1939 · original 59.7 x 74.7cm
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The mad square, Felix Nussbaum

1931 · Berlinische Galerie, Berlin · original 97.0 x 195.5cm
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The artist

Felix Nussbaum

1904 – 1944

Portrait of Felix Nussbaum
Quick facts
  • Art periodModern
  • Vibedramatic
  • Copyright statusPublic domain
  • Room fitliving room
  • Color intensitybalanced
  • Topics exploredmen, portraits
  • Top-ranked workIn the camp
  • Works on APS49
Biography

A Life Etched in Exile: The Haunting Vision of Felix Nussbaum

Felix Nussbaum’s story is a stark and profoundly moving testament to the power of art born from unimaginable suffering. Born in Osnabrück, Germany, in 1904, his life unfolded against the backdrop of rising nationalism and escalating persecution, culminating in the horrors of the Holocaust. He wasn't simply a victim *of* history; he was an artist who meticulously documented its impact on his soul, creating a body of work that stands as both a personal lament and a universal warning. Nussbaum’s paintings offer a rare, unflinching glimpse into the psychological landscape of displacement, fear, and ultimately, annihilation – a perspective often absent from broader historical narratives. His father, Philipp Nussbaum, a World War I veteran with an early passion for painting himself, recognized and nurtured his son's talent, providing encouragement that would prove vital in the darkening years to come. This initial support fostered a lifelong dedication to art, even as political realities increasingly constricted his path.

Formative Years and Artistic Influences

Nussbaum’s artistic journey began with formal studies in Hamburg and Berlin in 1920, continuing for as long as circumstances allowed. His early work reveals a clear debt to the Post-Impressionist masters, particularly Vincent van Gogh and Henri Rousseau. The vibrant colors and expressive brushwork of these artists provided a foundation upon which Nussbaum would later build his unique style. However, he wasn’t content with mere imitation. He actively sought out new influences, drawn to the unsettling dreamscapes of Giorgio de Chirico and Carlo Carrà, pioneers of the *pittura metafisica* movement. The careful attention to color demonstrated by Carl Hofer's expressionist paintings also left a lasting impression on Nussbaum’s approach. These diverse inspirations coalesced into what would become known as his “New Objectivity” style – a blend of realism and surrealism, characterized by precise detail, unsettling compositions, and a pervasive sense of alienation. This period was marked by experimentation and growth, but the looming shadow of Nazi ideology soon threatened to extinguish his artistic promise.

Exile, Isolation, and the Shadow of War

The ascent of the Nazis in 1933 irrevocably altered Nussbaum’s life. Studying on a scholarship in Rome at the Berlin Academy of the Arts, he witnessed firsthand the chilling pronouncements of Hitler's propaganda minister, outlining the tenets of Nazi art – glorification of heroism and the Aryan race. It became painfully clear that as a Jew, his place within the German artistic establishment was untenable. This realization forced him into exile, first to Paris and then to Belgium, where he married Felka Platek in 1937. The following decade was defined by fear and isolation. Despite finding some measure of safety, Nussbaum lived under constant threat, haunted by the knowledge of his parents’ perilous situation back in Germany. They had initially resisted his pleas to join them in exile, clinging to a misguided hope that things would improve, but ultimately returned home only to face the full force of Nazi persecution. This loss – the severing of his spiritual and financial support – deeply impacted Nussbaum's work, infusing it with an increasingly desperate and melancholic tone. He continued to paint prolifically during this period, finding solace and purpose in his art even as his world crumbled around him.

A Testament to Suffering: Late Works and Lasting Legacy

The Nazi invasion of Belgium in 1940 marked a turning point. Nussbaum was arrested as a “hostile alien” and interned at the Saint-Cyprien camp in France, an experience that profoundly shaped his artistic vision. He managed to escape and went into hiding with Felka, relying on the generosity of friends for shelter and supplies. The final years of his life were spent in constant danger, producing some of his most powerful and haunting works. Self-Portrait with Jewish Identity Card (1943) is perhaps his most iconic painting – a stark and unflinching depiction of dehumanization, showing Nussbaum clutching the document that marked him as an outcast. Triumph of Death (1944), another masterpiece from this period, is filled with symbolic details—a crumpled music score playing “The Lambeth Walk,” a popular tune ironically juxtaposed with the surrounding despair—revealing Nussbaum’s meticulous attention to detail and his ability to imbue even mundane objects with profound meaning. Tragically, in 1944, Nussbaum's parents were murdered at Auschwitz. Shortly after, he and Felka were discovered by German forces, deported to Mechelen transit camp, and ultimately sent to Auschwitz themselves, where Felix was murdered upon arrival in August of that year. His brother and sister-in-law followed soon after, completing the annihilation of his family within a single year. Despite this unimaginable loss, Nussbaum’s art endures as a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a chilling reminder of the horrors of the Holocaust. The Felix Nussbaum Haus in Osnabrück stands as a fitting tribute to his life and work, ensuring that his voice continues to resonate for generations to come. His inclusion in documentaries like *Eyewitness* further solidifies his place among those artists who bore witness to history’s darkest chapters.

Questions & Answers

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In which historical period did Felix Nussbaum work?

Felix Nussbaum worked in the Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 2, 2026
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