Self-Portrait by Alexej von Jawlensky. A vibrant Expressionist portrait of a man, rendered in a mosaic of bright colors with bold, visible brushstrokes.

Self-Portrait

Alexej von Jawlensky

1912 · Oil Paint, Cardboard

A striking Expressionist self-portrait by Alexej von Jawlensky, characterized by its vibrant, kaleidoscopic palette and bold brushwork.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force with softened cool notes — gives the room a clear visual center.

Often works in
Living Room · Office · Study
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Blue-green, Charcoal black, Muted red

About the piece

This 1912 self-portrait by Russian-born Expressionist Alexej von Jawlensky demonstrates a revolutionary approach to color and form. The artist utilizes a kaleidoscopic palette of vibrant reds, yellows, and greens to construct the face, emphasizing emotional resonance over naturalism. Thick, gestural brushstrokes create a sense of textured depth, typical of the early 20th-century search for spiritual truth through color and abstraction.

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