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Etching over color lithograph on Hahnemühle-Vélin - signed and numbered by hand - there are some small brown spots on the right side (minor) - Image Size: 40 x 30.5cm - Sheet Size: 79.5 x 57cm. // Arnulf Rainer’s Kopf auf Braun (Self-Portrait) from 1991 is a limited edition mixed media print, blending etching over color lithography on Hahnemühle-Vélin paper. In this intense self-portrait, Rainer employs a technique of dense, chaotic lines scratched over his face, partially obscuring his features while amplifying a sense of introspection and emotional depth. The dark brown and black tones create a moody, almost haunting atmosphere, inviting viewers to ponder the psychological layers beneath the surface. This piece, characteristic of Rainer’s exploration of self-representation, emphasizes both personal and universal themes of identity and self-examination. Signed and numbered by the artist, it stands as a testament to his innovative and expressive approach to portraiture.
Kopf auf Braun (Selbstportrait), 1991
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Etching over color lithograph on Hahnemühle-Vélin - signed and numbered by hand - there are some small brown spots on the right side (minor) - Image Size: 40 x 30.5cm - Sheet Size: 79.5 x 57cm. // Arnulf Rainer’s Kopf auf Braun (Self-Portrait) from 1991 is a limited edition mixed media print, blending etching over color lithography on Hahnemühle-Vélin paper. In this intense self-portrait, Rainer employs a technique of dense, chaotic lines scratched over his face, partially obscuring his features while amplifying a sense of introspection and emotional depth. The dark brown and black tones create a moody, almost haunting atmosphere, inviting viewers to ponder the psychological layers beneath the surface. This piece, characteristic of Rainer’s exploration of self-representation, emphasizes both personal and universal themes of identity and self-examination. Signed and numbered by the artist, it stands as a testament to his innovative and expressive approach to portraiture.
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What is automatism?
Automatism refers to a technique in the creative process that accesses material from the unconscious or subconscious mind. It is based on Sigmund Freud’s psychoanalytic method of free association. Artists value this process for its ability to inspire creative thought and spontaneous creation.