Self portrait with hat 1906

Theo van Doesburg's "Self Portrait with Hat" from 1906 depicts the artist in a close-up view, emphasizing his face and the wide-brimmed hat he wears. The painting, housed in Amsterdam's Stedelijk Museum, shows the artist's early style, characterized by a distinct use of color and brushstrokes. This self-portrait offers a glimpse into the artist's early career and the development of his personal artistic language, foreshadowing his later contributions to the De Stijl movement.