The artwork, titled “Stephen Herbert,” was created by the artist Alice Neel in 1977. It belongs to the Expressionism art movement and is genre-classified as a portrait.
The artwork depicts a man seated in a casual manner with his arms and legs crossing slightly. He has a pensive expression on his face, and his attire includes a bright blue top with a black abstract design and brown pants, suggesting a relaxed, introspective moment. The background is minimalist, directing the viewer’s focus towards the subject. Alice Neel’s use of vivid colors and expressive brushstrokes emphasizes the emotional and psychological dimensions of the portrait, characteristic of the Expressionism movement. The overall composition reflects Neel’s distinctive approach to capturing the essence and inner life of her subjects.
