Steel Mask c. 1914 - 1915

"Steel Mask" (c. 1914-1915) is a painting by Portuguese artist Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso (1887-1918). The artwork is a portrait of a man in a white shirt, a yellow vest, and round glasses, holding a piece of paper in his hand. It showcases Souza-Cardoso's signature style, characterized by bold colors and simplified forms, influenced by cubism and fauvism. This painting captures the essence of a moment, and the figure's intense gaze evokes a sense of introspection and contemplation.