The artwork, titled “Man at Night (Self-Portrait),” was created by the artist Lucian Freud between 1947 and 1948. Rendered in pen, ink, and paper, this piece belongs to the Surrealism art movement. The dimensions of this self-portrait are 42.5 x 51.5 cm, and it resides in a private collection.
This self-portrait depicts a man with exaggerated facial features, characterized by deep-set, intense eyes, and an attentive expression. The precise use of shading and texture in the creation of light and shadow across the man’s face and background endows the artwork with a surrealistic quality. The stark contrast between the intricate detailing of the face and the minimalist background further amplifies the subject’s presence and intensity. The artwork conveys a profound depth of emotion and introspection through its meticulous lines and pen strokes, embodying the surrealist approach to exploring the human psyche and self-perception.
