Self-Portrait in a Sailor's Blouse by Marianne von Werefkin. A painterly self-portrait of a woman in a white sailor's blouse holding paintbrushes against a dark, shadowy background.

Self-Portrait in a Sailor's Blouse

Marianne von Werefkin

1850 · Medium Not Listed

A bold and luminous self-portrait by Expressionist painter Marianne von Werefkin.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Living Room · Library · Study
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
Walls
Works across a broad range of wall colors
Color notes
Charcoal black, Warm ivory, Olive green

About the piece

In this striking self-portrait, Marianne von Werefkin presents herself with a direct, steady gaze, clad in a bright sailor's blouse that contrasts sharply with the deep, moody background. The work showcases her masterful use of light and expressive, confident brushwork, capturing both her physical likeness and her professional identity as an artist.