Self-Portrait

September 11, 1921

André Kertész

Associated Names
André Kertész

Artist, American, born Hungary, 1894 - 1985

The image shows a man in a seated position on a wooden railing, which extends over a body of water, giving a partial view of his upper body, legs, and face. He is shirtless, wearing only a pair of swim trunks. His facial features include a narrow face with a straight nose, prominent cheekbones, and short dark hair that slightly falls over his forehead. There is no visible jewelry or handheld objects. Around him, several other individuals are seen, either standing in the water or lounging on the railing, one of whom is reading a piece of paper. The background features a wooden structure, possibly changing rooms or bathhouses, under a tiled roof with shadows cast on the walls. The scene is reminiscent of a swimming or bathing area, characterized by its casual, public atmosphere.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, New York, NY; gift to NGA, 2000.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

center verso in graphite: Ter-Las[?]zoda / 1921 sept 11

Wikidata ID

Q64074135

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