Czóbel Önarckép 

Bela Czobel, a Hungarian artist who lived through both World Wars, created this self-portrait, employing an expressionist style marked by bold colors and brushstrokes. Czobel's life was characterized by movement between artistic circles in Paris and his homeland, Hungary. As an artist of Jewish heritage his experiences must have influenced his perception of identity, belonging, and the self, particularly during times of conflict and political upheaval. In this self-portrait, Czobel seems to gaze directly at the viewer, and the emotion in his eyes is intense. The marks on his face are strong, and his identity is clearly displayed through his artistic expression. Through the creation of his own image, Czobel asserted control over his narrative, challenging traditional representations and opening a window into his internal world.