The artwork “Self-Portrait with Gun” by Man Ray, created in 1932, belongs to the Dada and Surrealism art movements and is categorized within the photographic genre.
In this striking self-portrait, the artist Man Ray is depicted shirtless, with a rope loosely hanging around his neck. He gazes intently at a small gun held in his right hand, suggesting a theme of contemplation or inner turmoil. The composition includes various objects arranged on a table in front of him: an alarm clock indicating the passage of time, a canister labeled “Man Ray,” a glass, a bottle, and a matchbox, each contributing to the surreal and enigmatic tone of the artwork. The artwork effectively blends the surreal with the introspective, characteristic of Man Ray’s unique style within the broader Dada and Surrealism movements.
