Herself 1913

"Herself," painted in 1913 by Robert Henri, is a portrait of a woman with a contemplative expression. The woman's face is rendered with loose brushstrokes, capturing her weathered features and emphasizing the realism of the scene. The artist uses muted colors and a dark background to create an intimate mood. The painting's size, 81.3 x 66 cm, suggests an up-close perspective, drawing the viewer in to observe the subject’s inner world. The work exemplifies Henri's Ashcan School style, a movement that focused on depicting everyday life and working-class people.