Old World Portraits
Self-Portrait with a Bottle of Wine
Edvard Munch
A striking expressionist self-portrait by Edvard Munch, capturing a moment of introspective solitude in a vibrant restaurant setting.
Self-Portrait with Cigarette
Edvard Munch
1895 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A hauntingly atmospheric 1895 self-portrait by Edvard Munch, defined by dramatic low-angle lighting and a moody, blue-toned palette.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened cool notes — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray
About the piece
In this iconic 1895 work, Edvard Munch presents himself emerging from a deep, shadowy void. The dramatic lighting, suggestive of a stage or a low lamp, illuminates his face and hand while the wisp of smoke from his cigarette adds a layer of mystery and psychological depth. This piece is a quintessential example of Munch's ability to blend Symbolist atmosphere with intense personal introspection.
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