Self-Portrait During Eye Disease II.
- Artist
- Edvard Munch
- Date
- 1930
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Munch Museum
"Self-Portrait During Eye Disease II." is a compelling genre painting that captures the intense emotional experience of the artist during a period of eye illness. Created with oil on canvas, the work exhibits characteristics of Expressionism, emphasizing raw emotion and distorted forms. The painting offers a powerful, almost surreal depiction of inner suffering, blending personal narrative with a visceral visual style. Its innovative approach underscores the artist's exploration of vulnerability and human resilience through vivid brushwork and striking composition.
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