Self Portrait 1913

This self-portrait etching by Jan Mankes, created in 1913, showcases the artist's distinctive style. The artwork portrays the young artist's face with a simple yet expressive approach, utilizing delicate lines and subtle shading to capture his features. The etching highlights Mankes's talent for capturing the essence of his subjects with an understated intensity. The image is presented in a realistic manner, yet there is a distinct emotional depth in the artist's gaze. Mankes, who sadly passed away in 1920 at the young age of 30, left behind a remarkable body of work that continues to captivate viewers with its raw honesty and poignant beauty.