The artwork “Reverse,” created by Jenny Saville between 2002 and 2003, belongs to the Neo-Expressionism art movement and is categorized as a figurative portrait.
This particular piece illustrates a close-up view of a human face, accentuating the raw and unfiltered beauty of the subject. The artist employs a palette dominated by flesh tones, with bold, expressive brush strokes that lend a sense of depth and intensity to the piece. The face appears to be partially deconstructed, with exaggerated features that create a visceral impact. The texture and layering in the application of paint bring a tactile quality to the artwork, emphasizing the physicality of the subject. The portrait’s composition, with the face placed intimately close to the viewer’s perspective, evokes a powerful and introspective response.
