Man in Profile 

James Ensor, the Belgian artist known for his association with the avant-garde and his expressionist style, created this graphite drawing titled "Man in Profile." Ensor lived through a period of immense social and political change in Europe. His art often reflected the tensions and anxieties of modernity. He was part of a generation grappling with questions of identity in a rapidly changing world. Ensor's drawings give the viewer an intimate glimpse into his thought process and the figures that populated his world. His style emphasizes the grotesque and the absurd, challenging traditional representations of beauty and social norms. Consider how his artistic choices create a sense of unease or challenge our expectations. How do you think Ensor was trying to make you feel as you look at this image?