Benten Kozo Kikunosuke 1929

Alexandre Jacovleff's "Benten Kozo Kikunosuke" (1929) is a portrait of a young Japanese man with a distinct, stylized look. The subject is seated, wearing traditional Japanese clothing and a striking, intricate tattoo on his arm. Jacovleff, known for his colorful and expressive portraits, captures the figure with a sense of calmness and composure. The artwork's bold use of color, particularly the orange tones of the subject's skin and the black of his clothing, creates a striking contrast and adds to the artwork's visual impact.