Four Self-Portraits 05.3.81 (1990) by Richard Hamilton

Four Self-Portraits 05.3.81 - Richard Hamilton - 1990

Artwork Information

TitleFour Self-Portraits 05.3.81
ArtistRichard Hamilton
Date1990
Dimensions75 x 75 cm
Art MovementPop Art

About Four Self-Portraits 05.3.81

The artwork “Four Self-Portraits 05.3.81,” created by Richard Hamilton in 1990, is a striking representation within the Pop Art movement. Measuring 75 x 75 cm, the piece belongs to the self-portrait genre. The composition features four quadrants, each depicting a distinct self-portrait of the artist Richard Hamilton, with expressive strokes of paint overlaying the photographic images.

In the upper left quadrant, vibrant yellow and red brushstrokes dominate, partially obscuring the figure’s face. The upper right portrait features a yellow streak across the forehead, along with blue and white accents. The lower left image is marked by abstract blue and grey swaths, while the lower right self-portrait reveals bold red applications intermingled with blue and white. This interplay of photography and painterly gestures captures the dynamic and multifaceted nature of the artist’s self-perception, aligning with the experimental spirit of Pop Art.

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