Masks Confronting Death
1894
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1894
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting is a jumble of faces and masks, with one figure in a red hat and white shirt standing out. The colors are muted, with lots of reds, whites, and grays. The painting has a rough, textured look, with thick brushstrokes visible. The masks and faces are all different, some looking happy, some sad, and some just plain weird. The artist, James Ensor, was known for his bold and expressive paintings, and this one is no exception. If you like his style, you might want to check out more of his work, like his other paintings at the Museum of Modern Art.
