Self-Portrait with Sunglasses, Dessau 1928

"Self-Portrait with Sunglasses, Dessau" is a 1928 photograph by German artist Gertrud Arndt. The image shows the artist, clad in a light-colored shirt and headscarf, wearing dark sunglasses and laughing while looking up from a reclined position. The composition is close-up, focusing on the artist's face and the surrounding greenery, creating an intimate and candid portrait. The use of black and white film adds to the timeless quality of the image, while the subject's bright smile conveys a sense of joy and confidence. This self-portrait exemplifies Arndt's artistic exploration of self-expression and the human experience within the context of early 20th-century photography.