The artwork, titled “Self-Portrait,” was created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1931. This oil on canvas painting is a part of the Expressionism movement and measures 84 by 61 centimeters. The genre of the artwork is self-portrait.
In the artwork, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner depicts himself through bold and vivid colors characteristic of the Expressionist style. The portrait, executed in a vibrant palette, showcases the artist in a unique and stylized manner. The background is adorned with a colorful patterned fabric on the top left, and a framed painting on the wall to the right. Kirchner’s facial features are abstract and sharply defined, with a mix of softer and more intense hues highlighting his form. The use of stark yellow lines crossing his figure adds to the dramatic and dynamic composition. A small dog, rendered in dark tones, sits on the left side, adding an element of depth and contrast to the portrait. The overall composition is both complex and engaging, embodying the emotional intensity and stylistic innovation of Expressionism.