Self-portrait, 1909.
1909
Lovis Corinth stares intensely at the viewer in this 1909 self-portrait, clutching his palette and brush with a grip that suggests he's ready to attack the canvas. The scratchy, energetic lines capture the raw, unpolished vibe of German Expressionism. Notice the date '1909' in the top corner and the signature at the bottom? This confident moment was created just two years before a massive stroke paralyzed the artist's left side, forcing him to completely relearn his craft. That steady gaze becomes haunting when you know the physical struggles looming just around the corner.
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