The artwork, titled “Self-portrait,” was created by Christopher Wood in 1927. It belongs to the Post-Impressionism art movement and is a self-portrait genre.
The artwork depicts a man, presumably the artist, seated on a balcony with an expansive view of a cityscape behind him. The man’s attire includes a colorful, geometric-patterned sweater and dark trousers. He holds a paintbrush, which rests against his right thigh, while his left hand is placed firmly on his lap. Beside him, there is an array of painting supplies, including tubes of paint, a bottle of solvent, and other artist tools, displayed on a small table. The background cityscape features closely packed buildings, chimneys, and roofs under a sky with a slight ominous shade, suggesting an overcast or twilight atmosphere. The painting’s use of color and geometric patterns is characteristic of the Post-Impressionism movement, emphasizing form and structure while retaining vibrant hues.
