Vajda Lajos Önarckép Kopnyával 1936, Ceruza Kollázs, 12x25.5cm 1936

Vajda Lajos's "Self-Portrait with Skull" is a poignant self-portrait created in 1936. The artwork utilizes a unique technique of pencil and collage, showcasing the artist's creative approach. The image depicts Lajos's face, rendered in simple lines, with a skull and crossbones overlaid onto his forehead. The use of a skull as a central motif symbolizes mortality, hinting at the artist's awareness of his own transient existence. This piece reflects a melancholic tone, exploring themes of life and death and exemplifies Vajda Lajos's artistic talent.