The artwork titled “Les Ecorchés: Tête d’écorché” was created by Bernard Buffet in 1964. It belongs to the Expressionism art movement and falls under the genre of portraiture.
The artwork presents a highly stylized and intense portrayal of a human head, commonly referred to as a flayed or “écorché” head. The subject’s features are rendered in sharp, angular lines, with a striking emphasis on the eyes, nose, and mouth. Dominated by bold red and black tones against a textured yellow background, the piece exudes a dramatic and somewhat haunting aura. The artist’s signature can be seen in the lower right corner, adding an element of authenticity and personal touch to the composition. The expressive brush strokes and vivid color scheme create a powerful visual impact, characteristic of the Expressionist movement’s emotive emphasis.
