Self-Portrait with a Cigarette (Self-Portrait I) by Emil Filla. An expressionist self-portrait of a man in a hat with a cigarette, featuring bold green, blue, and yellow brushwork.

Self-Portrait with a Cigarette (Self-Portrait I)

Emil Filla

1908 · Medium Not Listed

A vibrant and expressive self-portrait by Czech modernist Emil Filla, defined by its daring palette and energetic brushwork.

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Where it works

A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with cooler, clearer color — gives the room a clear visual center.

Often works in
Living Room · Office · Study
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Charcoal black, Blue-green, Olive green

About the piece

Painted in 1908, this self-portrait by Emil Filla captures the artist's early transition into modernism. The work is notable for its vibrant, non-naturalistic use of color—particularly the cool blue tones of the face set against a brilliant green suit—and a thick, confident application of oil paint that emphasizes the tactile nature of the canvas.