The artwork, titled “Self Portrait,” was created by Theo van Doesburg in the year 1906. Executed using oil on canvas, it adheres to the Expressionism art movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 65.5 x 51 cm, and it belongs to the genre of self-portraits.
In the artwork, a figure is depicted with an intense and emotive expression, characteristic of the Expressionist movement. The use of dark, subdued tones creates a dramatic contrast between light and shadow, highlighting the contours of the artist’s face and hand. The background appears abstract and minimally detailed, drawing attention primarily to the subject’s visage and the psychological depth conveyed through the painter’s gaze and gestures. The texture of the oil paint is visible, further enhancing the raw and expressive quality of the piece.
