Self-Portrait 1889

Édouard Vuillard's "Self-Portrait" from 1889 is a captivating example of the artist's intimate style. The close-up composition focuses intently on the artist's face, emphasizing his penetrating gaze and the texture of his beard. The muted palette, dominated by browns and blues, creates a sense of introspection and personal reflection, characteristic of Vuillard's work. This self-portrait, painted during his early career, showcases the artist's adeptness at capturing emotional depth and psychological nuance, establishing him as a significant figure within the Nabis movement.