The artwork titled “Chauvel” was created by the artist Marcel Duchamp in 1910 in France. Executed in oil on canvas, it is a portrait belonging to the Fauvist art movement. The artwork is currently held in a private collection.
In the artwork, the subject is depicted from the chest up, facing forward. The brushwork is characterized by vibrant, expressive strokes, embodying the principles of Fauvism with its vivid and bold use of color. The background is rendered in abstract greens and browns, juxtaposing the subject’s dark hair and mustache, which are painted in striking, contrasting tones. The facial features are marked by intense and somewhat exaggerated hues, contributing to the emotional impact of the piece. The style reflects a departure from detailed realism, favoring instead a more spontaneous and emotionally resonant portrayal.
