Artwork
Self-Portrait
Self-Portrait is an oil painting by the German Expressionist artist Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Overview
Self-Portrait is a 1917 oil painting by Lovis Corinth, held at the Art Institute of Chicago.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Corinth himself, a man with dark hair and a mustache, dressed in formal attire. The somber and introspective mood suggests a personal or emotional depth to the work.
Technique & Style
Corinth's use of oil paint creates a textured, dimensional effect, with visible brushstrokes and a strong contrast between light and dark areas. The background's mixed brown and gray tones provide a subtle contrast to the subject's dark jacket and white shirt.
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Artist
Lovis Corinth (21 July 1858 – 17 July 1925) was a German artist and writer whose mature work as a painter and printmaker realized a synthesis of impressionism and expressionism.
