Young Man Wearing a Small Hat (c.1916) by Chaim Soutine

Young Man Wearing a Small Hat - Chaim Soutine - c.1916

Artwork Information

TitleYoung Man Wearing a Small Hat
ArtistChaim Soutine
Datec.1916
Mediumoil,canvas
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Young Man Wearing a Small Hat

The artwork, titled “Young Man Wearing a Small Hat,” is a portrait created by Chaim Soutine circa 1916. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece is a part of the Expressionism art movement and is presently located in a private collection.

In this expressive portrait, the young man is seen wearing a small hat, which appears slightly askew atop his head. The artist, Chaim Soutine, employs bold, thick brushstrokes and a vivid palette, characteristic of the Expressionist style, to convey intense emotion and psychological depth. The background is rendered in an abstract manner with swirling shades of green, contributing to the overall dynamic yet somewhat disquieting atmosphere of the painting. The man’s features are distorted in a way that heightens the emotional intensity, capturing a sense of inner turmoil or contemplation. The use of contrasting colors and the somewhat rough texture of the brushstrokes create a powerful and expressive image that is captivating and thought-provoking.

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