Self-Portrait in Bergen
- Artist
- Edvard Munch
- Date
- 1916
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Self-portrait
- Location
- Munch Museum
"Self-Portrait in Bergen" depicts an intense self-portrait created with bold oil paints. The artist captures their raw emotion through expressive brushwork characteristic of Expressionism, conveying inner turmoil and vivid personality. The painting’s textured Canvas surface enhances the emotional depth, with dramatic color contrasts and loose, energetic strokes. Completed during the artist’s stay in Bergen, this work exemplifies the fusion of personal introspection and stylistic innovation, making it a compelling example of modern portraiture rooted in emotional expression.
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