Self-Portrait
1909
Edvard Diriks captures himself here with a rugged intensity, sporting a magnificent salt-and-pepper beard and an unbuttoned shirt that feels refreshingly informal for 1909. The background is a vibrating field of green and yellow dashes, a classic Impressionist technique used to capture light and energy rather than just a flat wall. The bold, choppy brushstrokes give his face a sculpted, almost carved look, showing how this Norwegian artist was blending traditional portraiture with modern, vibrant styles.
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