Self-portrait with pipe 1940

Felix Klipstein's 1940 "Self-portrait with pipe" is a watercolor painting that depicts the artist with a contemplative expression, holding a pipe in his hand. Klipstein, known for his realism and focus on everyday life, captures his own likeness with a sense of honesty and vulnerability. The painting is housed at the Städel Museum and offers viewers a glimpse into the artist's life and personality. The close-up composition, with its soft shading and subtle brushstrokes, emphasizes the artist's features and evokes a sense of intimacy.