Artwork
PORTRETUL MEU
PORTRETUL MEU is a print by Alexandru Phoebus. It dates from 1933 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Above it, the word "Portretul meu" is written in messy ink, and below, a rough outline of a neck and shoulder.
This looks like a sketch on rough paper. The main thing you see is a faint oval shape where a face would go—just a few pencil lines marking the head. Above it, the word "Portretul meu" is written in messy ink, and below, a rough outline of a neck and shoulder.
The paper is covered in notes and numbers, like a work log. One label says "Anul 1933," which means this was made in 1933.
If you like this kind of sketchy drawing, look up self-portrait.
Overview
PORTRETUL MEU, created by Alexandru Phoebus in 1933, is a rudimentary self-portrait sketch on rough paper, characterized by minimal facial features and accompanying handwritten notes.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is the artist themselves, with the title 'PORTRETUL MEU' (meaning 'My Portrait') explicitly stating the self-referential nature of the work. The simplicity of the facial outline may suggest a focus on the concept of self-portraiture over physical likeness.
Technique & Style
Executed in pencil and ink, the sketch features a faint oval face outline, sparse facial markings, and a rough neck and shoulder sketch. The overall aesthetic is informal, with the paper also serving as a workspace for various notes and a dated label ('Anul 1933').
Artist & collection
