Self-Portrait

About this work

This painting shows a close-up of a person’s face with a thick white collar. The brushstrokes are loose and visible, especially on the wrinkled skin and curly hair. The background is dark and blurry, making the face stand out. The artist used thick paint to create texture, especially on the face and hair. This technique is called *impasto*—where paint is laid on thick so you can almost feel the strokes. If you like this style, look up impasto to see more paintings with bold, textured brushwork.