The artwork titled “Bob,” created by Will Barnet in 2004 in the United States, is a lithograph on paper. This piece is an expressionist portrait, exemplifying the artist’s foray into conveying emotional depth and personal expression through the subject’s visage.
The artwork depicts a monochromatic representation of a man’s face, characterized by bold, textured lines. The face is centrally framed within the composition, with stark, almost abstract features that emphasize the eyes, nose, and mouth. The heavy use of shading and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and intensity, drawing the viewer’s attention to the expressive, almost haunting eyes. The somber tones and dramatic contrasts reflect the hallmarks of expressionism, aiming to evoke an emotional response rather than a realistic portrayal.
