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Self-Portrait, by Unknown, unspecified, 1920

Self-Portrait

Unknown

1920

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Self-Portrait is a 1920 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1920
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a person standing outdoors, holding a long stick or tool. They’re wearing a loose, dark coat, a straw hat, and a light scarf. The background is blurred with green and yellow brushstrokes, giving a sense of movement. The artist used thick, visible strokes of paint, making the scene feel lively and quick. This technique is called *impasto*—where paint is laid on thickly so it stands out. Next, look up technique: impasto to see more examples of this bold style.

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