The artwork titled “Sneeze” was created by Dana Schutz in 2001. It belongs to the Neo-Expressionism art movement and is categorized as a portrait.
The artwork portrays a figure in the midst of sneezing, depicted with a vivid and somewhat distorted representation. The subject’s long, yellow hair flows backward, and the sneeze itself is illustrated dynamically with energetic brushstrokes. The background is a striking blue, serving as a contrasting canvas to the figure’s fleshy tones and red garment. The spontaneous and expressive style is emblematic of Neo-Expressionism, characterized by its bold use of color, emotional intensity, and evocative brushwork.
