The artwork, titled “Atonement Studies, Central Panel (Rosetta),” was created by Jenny Saville between the years 2005 and 2006. It falls under the Neo-Expressionism art movement and is categorized within the figurative, sketch, and study genres.
This piece presents a striking and emotive depiction of a human face, characterized by its detailed and layered brushstrokes. The artwork’s subject appears with a slightly upward-tilted head, conveying a sense of contemplation or profound introspection. The figure’s eyes, clouded and abstracted, add an ethereal and haunting quality to the overall composition. The use of a muted and somber color palette, primarily consisting of various shades of blue and flesh tones, further enhances the solemnity and depth of the subject’s expression. The application of paint is vigorous, with visible brushstrokes and an almost unfinished quality at the edges, contributing to the raw and powerful emotional impact of the piece.
