Longing, Self-PortraitOtto DixNone

  • Art movementExpressionism

Otto Dix (1891 – 1969)

Otto Dix (1891-1969) was a German painter known for his stark realism & critical depictions of Weimar Germany's war and society, a key figure in Neue Sachlichkeit.


About this artwork

  • Title: Longing, Self-Portrait
  • Artist: Otto Dix
  • Format: Square
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Movement: Expressionism
  • Color intensity: Monochromatic
  • Perceived brightness: shadow

Questions & Answers

Does "Longing, Self-Portrait" show strong light-dark contrasts?

The light-dark contrast of "Longing, Self-Portrait" is recorded as balanced. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.

Which artistic current is "Longing, Self-Portrait" by Otto Dix part of?

"Longing, Self-Portrait" by Otto Dix belongs to the Expressionism movement. This movement provides the stylistic context of the work.

How saturated is the palette of "Longing, Self-Portrait"?

The colors of "Longing, Self-Portrait" by Otto Dix have a muted saturation. Saturation describes how vivid or muted the colors are.

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