Portrait of film director Sergei Eisenstein 1940

Martiros Sarian’s 1940 portrait of Sergei Eisenstein, a prominent Soviet filmmaker, is a striking example of the artist’s bold and expressive style. Painted in thick impasto strokes, the portrait captures Eisenstein’s intense gaze and strong features, with particular attention paid to the director's distinctive hairline. The vivid color palette and the composition, which focuses on Eisenstein's face and upper body, highlight the subject’s imposing presence and intellectual power. This portrait is a testament to Sarian’s ability to portray the personalities of his sitters with great insight and depth.