Artwork
Self-portrait
Self-portrait is an oil painting by Oleksandr Murashko. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the National Art Museum of Ukraine.
About this work
Overview
Oleksandr Murashko's 1918 self-portrait is an oil painting featuring the artist himself. Characterized by expressive qualities, it is now held in the collection of the National Art Museum of Ukraine.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Murashko, portrayed with dark hair, beard, dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The composition focuses attention on the artist, set against a dark background that enhances his prominence.
Technique & Style
Murashko employed oil paint to achieve a sense of depth and dimension through thoughtful color selection and shading techniques.
History & Provenance
Created in 1918 by the prominent Ukrainian artist Oleksandr Murashko (born 1875), the work is currently part of the National Art Museum of Ukraine's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Oleksandr Oleksandrovych Murashko (Ukrainian: Олександр Олександрович Мурашко; September 7 1875 – June 14, 1919) was a prominent Ukrainian artist, widely known for his unusually expressive paintings.
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