The artwork titled “The Last Years of Willem De Kooning,” created by artist Marlene Dumas in 1994, belongs to the Neo-Expressionism art movement. This piece falls within the portrait genre.
The artwork is characterized by a dark figure with indistinct features rendered in deep, shadowy tones. It presents a silhouette-like figure, with particular emphasis on the somber mood expressed through the use of a predominantly black palette with some subtle hints of light, particularly around the head. The painting’s texture appears to be rough, contributing to the raw and evocative portrayal of the subject. The contrast between the dark figure and the muted background reinforces the poignant theme suggested by the title, evoking contemplation and introspection regarding the latter period of Willem De Kooning’s life.
