During his brief career in the late 1850s, Paul Morphy was acknowledged as the world's greatest chess master. A prodigy, Mor… During his brief career in the late 1850s, Paul Morphy was acknowledged as the world's greatest ch… — shown in a room setting During his brief career in the late 1850s, Paul Morphy was acknowledged as the world's greatest chess master. A prodigy, Mor…
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During his brief career in the late 1850s, Paul Morphy was acknowledged as the world's greatest chess master. A prodigy, Mor…
During his brief career in the late 1850s, Paul Morphy was acknowledged as the world's greatest ch… — shown in a room setting
During his brief career in the late 1850s, Paul Morphy was acknowledged as the world's greatest chess master. A prodigy, Mor…
Drawing by Ivan Krisjansen

Paul Morphy

Charcoal, Paper (Requires Framing)

55cm (W) x 70cm (H) x 1cm (D)

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Artwork Description

Paul Morphy a chess master who, during his public career of less than two years, became the world's leading player. He was considered the unofficial World Champion (1858–1860).

Artist Bio
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Ivan Krisjansen 22 artworks | 0 Sold

The art medium is charcoal and pastels using a semi-realism style. Art print images depict real historical and literary figures in moments of emotional upheaval, turmoil and pensive moods. The abstract images capture attention and demand contemplation.

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Ivan's studio is in Adelaide