Foreshortened Self-Portrait 1973

"Foreshortened Self-Portrait" is a 1973 etching by Avigdor Arikha, an Israeli-born artist known for his realistic and detailed paintings and prints. This work features a dramatic, close-up view of the artist's own head, seen from a low angle, with the top of the head nearly disappearing into the white background. This use of foreshortening is a key feature of the artwork and creates a sense of immediacy and intimacy. The print, executed in a dark, almost shadowy palette, reveals Arikha's mastery of the medium.