The artwork, titled “Self Portrait,” was created by the renowned artist Vincent van Gogh in 1888, during his stay in Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, France. This masterpiece, crafted using oil on canvas, exemplifies the Post-Impressionism movement and measures 42 by 30 centimeters. It belongs to the genre of self-portraits and is presently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts the artist himself, rendered with expressive and vigorous brushstrokes that characterize Van Gogh’s distinctive style. The background, composed of dynamic, swirling patterns, enhances the intensity and depth of Van Gogh’s somber and introspective expression. His piercing gaze, framed by a gaunt face with pronounced features, draws the viewer into the psychological landscape of the artist’s mind. The use of vibrant yet earthy tones in both the subject’s attire and the surrounding space underscores the emotional complexity and the turbulent creative spirit intrinsic to Van Gogh’s work.
