Untitled (formerly Self-Portrait) 1945

Clyfford Still's "Untitled (formerly Self-Portrait)" from 1945, is a prime example of abstract expressionism. Featuring bold, gestural brushstrokes in stark white and black, the artwork portrays a single, spindly figure outlined against a dark background. At the top of the canvas, a small red dot, representing the figure's head, adds a striking contrast to the otherwise monochromatic composition. This powerful and enigmatic painting, now housed at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, exemplifies Still's unique artistic language, known for its emotional intensity and introspective nature.