Self-Portrait after Spanish Influenza
- Artist
- Edvard Munch
- Date
- 1919
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Self-portrait
- Location
- National Gallery
"Self-Portrait after Spanish Influenza" is a striking self-portrait created using oil paints on canvas. The artist employs intense Expressionism techniques, emphasizing raw emotion and the physical and psychological toll of the Spanish Flu pandemic. The distorted features and bold brushstrokes convey a sense of vulnerability and despair, reflecting the artist’s personal struggle during this upheaval. The use of color and form enhances the emotional depth, making this work a poignant testament to resilience and the human condition in times of crisis.
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