Self-portrait, Zinaida Evgenievna Serebryakova – overview 
- Posted by Zinaida Serebryakova
- Museum: Private collection
- Year: 1920s
Overview of the painting :
Self-portrait – Zinaida Evgenievna Serebryakova. Tempera, paper.
A magnificent artistic masterpiece was written by the brilliant artist Z.E. Serebryakova! A picturesque work of art is created in the style of expressionism.
The artist wrote her own self-portrait brilliantly and beautifully! She portrayed herself in between her favorite creative activities. An amazing and talented woman is looking at us from the portrait. Her beauty is extraordinary, and at the same time simple. The author looks attractive, thinking about something good. Her gaze is charming and playful.
The big, radiant eyes of Zinaida Serebryakova shine fun and evil. A smile illuminates her face. Probably, the artist painted a picture and thought about her future fate. She is calm and easy to see. Ahead of many events, plans, travels, pleasant worries about the family. On the head of Zinaida is an interesting hat, similar to the eastern turban. A lock of hair knocked out from under him.
The bright and poetic image of the artist fills with a stream of happiness and sublime romance. She did not break her hard life, thanks to her enormous spiritual strength. She survived the death of her beloved husband, the calamity of the revolution, hungry wanderings abroad, but remained true to her maternal duty. With love and gentle warmth, she took care of the children and continued to paint. They enriched her inner spiritual world. The author subtly felt everything that surrounded her, giving every day special uniqueness.
The artist wrote her self-portrait in St. Petersburg. She was endlessly inspired by the beautiful! A lot of work and portraits were created here. Muse always stayed with her. And every day she devoted to creative activity.
The canvas is written in light – gray tones using water-soluble paints. Everything is shrouded in mysterious haze and mystery. The magic of the self-portrait delights the unsurpassed artistic skill of Zinaida Evgenievna. Each stroke and smear is unique!
The composition brings light, kindness, joy, excellent mood, charges with favorable energy. The author’s work is pleasant to contemplate, admiring the beauty of the Russian artist! Her charm glows from the depths of her soul, illuminating the world around her. It is divine.
The picture will look great in the home interior of the living room and office. The self-portrait has a hospitable, friendly communication with relatives and friends and creative activities.