Portrait (1932) by Kazimir Malevich

Portrait - Kazimir Malevich - 1932

Artwork Information

TitlePortrait
ArtistKazimir Malevich
Date1932
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions34 x 25 cm
Art MovementNeoclassicism

About Portrait

The artwork, titled “Portrait,” is an oil painting on canvas created by Kazimir Malevich in 1932. Measuring 34 x 25 cm, this piece falls within the Neoclassical art movement and belongs to the portrait genre.

The artwork depicts a figure with distinctive features, characterized by a face rendered with pronounced brushstrokes suggesting texture and depth. The subject’s attire is notably detailed; comprising black, white, and green elements, it contributes to the painting’s overall compositional harmony. The subject’s face contrasts sharply with the colorful background, enhancing the focus on the facial features. The painting exudes a sense of timelessness, encapsulated through the use of both vivid and muted colors, characteristic of Malevich’s exploration during this period in his career.

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