Self-Portrait

Konstantin Andreyevich Somov's Self-Portrait exemplifies his mastery of Pastel and Pencil on Paper, capturing his introspective personality with subtle symbolism. As a prominent figure of the Mir iskusstva movement, his work often reflects Symbolism and artistic experimentation. Having emigrated to Paris after the Russian Revolution, Somov’s paintings continue to fetch millions at auctions, like his record-breaking The Rainbow. His intimate portraits, including those of his young companions, reveal both personal and artistic explorations across diverse mediums like watercolor, which add depth and nuance to his self-expressiveness.