Autoportrait 1905

Henri Manguin's "Autoportrait," created in 1905, is a self-portrait that showcases the artist's unique style. Manguin, a prominent figure in the Fauvist movement, utilizes bold, expressive brushstrokes and vivid colors to capture his likeness. His use of color, particularly the vibrant hues of the background, reflects the Fauvist emphasis on emotion and subjective experience over objective representation. The artist's intense gaze, accentuated by a shadowy background, creates a powerful and captivating image. This self-portrait exemplifies Manguin's mastery of color and his contribution to the Fauvist movement, a significant artistic development of the early 20th century.