The artwork titled “Self Portrait” was created by the renowned artist David Bowie in the year 1978. This piece belongs to the Neo-Expressionism art movement and falls under the genre of self-portrait.
In the artwork, the artist has captured his likeness using a minimalist approach, characterized by fluid and spontaneous brush strokes, evident in the expressive delineation of the face and hands. The lines are loose yet deliberate, infusing a sense of dynamic movement and personal introspection into the composition. The portrait reflects an emotional depth, with features subtly exaggerated to enhance the emotive impact. The hand gestures and the slight inclination of the head suggest contemplation and introspection, marked by a sense of searching or reaching out. The use of shading and line work adds dimension and texture, while the sparse detailing in the background helps to focus attention on the subject. The artwork is signed ‘Bowie 78’ in the lower right corner, further authenticating its origin and date of creation.
