Self-Portrait (Selbstporträt) 1927

Paul Gangolf's 1927 etching "Self-Portrait (Selbstporträt)" is a stark and expressive work. Created using thin, gestural lines, the image depicts the artist's face in close-up, capturing a sense of introspection and intensity. The use of etching, a technique that relies on the interplay of light and shadow, further enhances the dramatic mood of the piece. The work offers a glimpse into the artist's self-perception and the anxieties of the period. Gangolf, a prominent figure in German Expressionism, is known for his powerful and often introspective self-portraits.