Self Portrait 1920

This charcoal drawing, "Self Portrait," by Boris Kustodiev, was created in 1920. The piece depicts the artist in a seated pose, thoughtfully reading a book. Kustodiev's signature style is evident in the expressive lines and detailed rendering of the figure, particularly his characteristically thick beard and mustache. The artist's focus on the book suggests his dedication to literature and his contemplative nature, while the loose, sketched lines in the background hint at the artist's process.