The artwork titled “Self-Portrait with Hand by his face” is a creation by the artist Oskar Kokoschka, dated 1919. This piece belongs to the Expressionism movement and is categorized under the genre of self-portrait.
The artwork exhibits Kokoschka’s intense and emotive brushwork, characteristic of Expressionism. The artist’s face is portrayed with a dynamic blend of colors and bold strokes, emphasizing the contours and rendering an almost visceral texture to the skin. His eyes gaze into the distance, while his hand is raised thoughtfully to his face, adding a contemplative dimension to the composition. The background of the painting is rendered in deep, swirling hues that blend with the figure, creating a sense of depth and movement. The overall mood conveyed is introspective, capturing a raw, emotive state synonymous with the Expressionist style.
