Portrait of the Artist D. Bushena 1922

Zinaida Serebriakova's 1922 portrait, "Portrait of the Artist D. Bushena", depicts a young man in a formal, yet relaxed pose, holding binoculars. The artist's signature loose, expressive lines create a sense of movement and informality. The subject's relaxed posture and the casual way he holds the binoculars suggest a moment of leisure, contrasting with the formality of his attire, a bow tie, and jacket. The work showcases Serebriakova's talent for capturing subtle nuances of character through the expressive use of charcoal and pastel.