The artwork titled “Self-portrait with daughters,” created by Zinaida Serebriakova in 1921, belongs to the Expressionism art movement and is a self-portrait genre.
In the artwork, the artist presents a touching composition featuring herself and her two young daughters. The central figure, presumably representing Serebriakova, is poised with a gentle and serene expression. Her two daughters are shown with affectionate gestures, one draping an arm over her shoulders while the other rests her head close to her mother’s, exuding warmth and familial intimacy. The hues in the artwork are dominated by cool blues and neutral tones, intricately merging to highlight the sincerity and depth of the depicted relationships. The use of light and shadow further accentuates the emotive expressions and tender connections between the subjects. The attire of the figures and their closely held positions highlight a sense of unity and solemn reflection, characteristic of the period’s expressionist style. The overall composition conveys a deeply personal and emotive narrative, reflective of Serebriakova’s artistic vision and style.
