The artwork titled “Self Portrait” was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1889 in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece exemplifies the Post-Impressionism art movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 40 x 31 cm, and it is categorized as a self-portrait. Currently, it resides in a private collection.
The artwork presents a somber, introspective rendition of the artist himself. Van Gogh’s intense gaze meets the viewer, encapsulated by fluid, swirling strokes of predominantly cool hues in the background, contrasted by warmer tones in the rendering of his face and attire. The energetic brushwork and thick application of paint are signature techniques of Van Gogh, deeply conveying emotion and turbulence. The background’s dynamic brushstrokes complement and amplify the emotional intensity portrayed in the artist’s expression, making this self-portrait a profound depiction of Van Gogh’s inner state during a tumultuous period in his life.
