The artwork, titled “Self Portrait with Scorpion,” was created by Leonor Fini in 1938. This piece is a striking example of the Magic Realism and Neo-Romanticism art movements and falls within the genre of self-portraiture.
The artwork portrays the artist in a poised and confident stance, with an intriguing expression. She is adorned in a richly textured, dark brown garment with a high collar and sculptural sleeves, juxtaposed with the subtle, muted background. A notable and mysterious element of this self-portrait is the delicate scorpion wrapped around her wrist, drawing attention to her almost detached, gloved hand. The overall atmosphere exudes both elegance and an enigmatic allure, characteristic of Fini’s distinctive, fantastical style.
