Saviour’s face,Martyr (1919)
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Alexej von Jawlensky's abstract portrait, "Saviour's Face, Martyr" (1919), ventures into spiritual and emotional depths through bold forms and colors. This painting presents a stylized, expressive face, characterized by simplified features and vibrant, contrasting strokes of color. The artwork isolates the subject against a light background which accentuates the face's intricate contour lines and areas of vivid and muted tones.In this piece, Jawlensky captures a depth of feeling through the asymmetry and poignant color palette. The left side of the face appears serene with cooler shades, while warmer colors on the right might suggest a sense of turmoil or passion. These artistic choices evoke a profound internal struggle or a deep spiritual contemplation, aligning with the painting’s themes of salvation and martyrdom."Saviour's Face, Martyr" is visually arresting, inviting viewers to contemplate the profound emotional and mystical forces shaping human existence. This piece stands out in Jawlensky's oeuvre, reflecting his continuous exploration of spiritual and emotional expression through the language of color and form.
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Alexej Georgewitsch von Jawlensky (13 March 1864 – 15 March 1941) was a Russian expressionist painter active in Germany. He was a key member of the New Munich Artist's Association (Neue Künstlervereinigung München), Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider) group and later the Die Blaue Vier (The Blue Four).