Throughout the 20th century, several styles of avant-garde art helped shape modern art. While many of these genres—including subconscious-based surrealism and energetic abstract expressionism—predominantly favored paintings, the Bauhaus movement encompassed a wide array of mediums, materials, and disciplines.

Ranging from paintings and graphics to architecture and interiors, Bauhaus art dominated many outlets of experimental European art throughout the 1920s and 1930s. Though it is most closely associated with Germany, it attracted and inspired artists of all backgrounds. Today, its influence can be found in art and design all over the world, whether within the walls of a museum or on a suburban street.

What is Bauhaus?

The Bauhaus Logo (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)

Bauhaus—literally translated to “construction house”—originated as a German school of the arts in the early 20th century. Founded by Walter Gropius, the school eventually morphed into its own modern art movement characterized by its unique approach to architecture and design. Today, Bauhaus is renowned for both its unique aesthetic that inventively combines the fine arts with arts and crafts as well as its enduring influence on modern and contemporary art.

History

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In 1919, German architect Walter Gropius established Staatliches Bauhaus, a school dedicated to uniting all branches of the arts under one roof. The school acted as a hub for Europe's most experimental creatives, with well-known artists like Josef Albers, Wassily Kandinsky, and Paul Klee offering their expertise as instructors.

Bauhaus as an educational institution existed in three cities—Weimar (1919 to 1925), Dessau (1925 to 1932), and Berlin (1932 to 1933).

Weimer

Weimar, aka State Bauhaus in Weimar, was where Gropius laid the groundwork for Bauhaus to come; it's where he established ideals that would be considered visionary for the time. Art, according to his manifesto and the program, should serve a social role and there should no longer be a division of craft-based disciplines.

At Weimar, the “stage workshop” was an important part of the education. It was directed by Lothar Schreyer from 1921 to 1923 and then by Oskar Schlemmer from 1923 to 1925. It brought together visual and performing arts and stressed an interdisciplinary approach.

Dessau

Dessau was considered the hotspot in the heyday of Bauhaus. It arose after the politically motivated close of Weimar. During this time, it set forth on the path of designing new industrial products for mass consumption. (Most of the products and designs that are well-known today came from Dessau.) It was also here that the famous Bauhaus Building was planned and built by Gropius.

The second director of Dessau was Swiss architect Hannes Meyer, whose design philosophy was: “1. sex life, 2. sleeping habits, 3. pets, 4. gardening, 5. personal hygiene, 6. weather protection, 7. hygiene in the home, 8. car maintenance, 9. cooking, 10. heating, 11. exposure to the sun, 12. services – these are the only motivations when building a house. We examine the daily routine of everyone who lives in the house and this gives us the functional diagram – the functional giagram and the economic programme are the determining principles of the building project.”

This iteration of Bauhaus was dissolved on September 30, 1932.

Berlin

Berlin was the last phase of Bauhaus. Due to mounting pressures from the Nazis and cutbacks in funding, there was limited work done during this time. The move to Berlin happened after the closure of Dessau, and Bauhaus masters and students reconvened in October 1932 out of an abandoned telephone factory. By April 11, 1933, however, the premises were searched and closed by the police and SA.

The teaching staff dissolved the Bauhaus in July 1933.  But even after facing permanent closure, the influence and aesthetic of the school persisted, culminating in the Bauhaus movement.

Style of Bauhaus

The style of Bauhaus is commonly characterized as a combination of the Arts and Crafts movement with modernism, as evident in its emphasis on function and, according to the Tate, its “aim to bring art back into contact with everyday life.” Thus, typical Bauhaus designs—whether evident in painting, architecture, or interior design—feature little ornamentation and a focus on balanced forms and abstract shapes.

Bauhaus Art

Yellow-Red-Blue (1925) by Wassily Kandinsky (Photo: Musée national d'art moderne via Wikimedia Commons)

In art, this emphasis on function is apparent in the balanced compositions of abstract paintings by Bauhaus artists like Wassily Kandinsky and Paul Klee. Undoubtedly inspired by architecture, the paintings typically pair flat planes with overlapping shapes to suggest dimensionality.

Bauhaus Exhibition Poster (1923) (Photo: iv toran [Public Domain])

Bauhaus Architecture

Photo: KlausHausmann

Similar to Bauhaus art, architecture in this style is characterized by harmoniously balanced geometric shapes and an emphasis on function.

Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright (Photo: Carol M. Highsmith via Wikimedia Commons)

Featuring open plans and lots of glass, it is inspired by the simple yet polished look of the American Arts and Crafts movement—a genre popularized by master architect and Prairie School pioneer Frank Lloyd Wright.

Photo: MichaelGaida

Furthermore, this modern architecture movement heavily inspired the look of mid-century modern homes, which borrow the clean lines and functional design of Bauhaus buildings.

Bauhaus Interior Design

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Bauhaus interiors are renowned for their simplicity and openness. The iconic furniture that did adorn these spaces was always highly intentional. Chairs, for instance, were reimagined by Marcel Breuer, who was the head of the cabinet-making workshop at the Bauhaus in Dessau. He wanted to create minimalistic and mass-producible pieces that were made mostly of metal. This resulted in the foldable, lightweight Wassily Chair—named after the painter Wassily Kandinsky.

Photo: PeterDrews via Wikimedia Commons

Although subtle, textiles also played a role in Bauhaus interior design. In fact, students studied color theory as well as weaving in the textile workshop. Their pieces, as well as the occasional wall painting, provided some levity to the otherwise industrial rooms.

Photo: pyrosdrakopoulos via Wikimedia Commons

Legacy

Bauhaus Dessau (Photo: Mewes via Wikimedia Commons)

Today, Bauhaus is often credited as the catalyst for modern architecture and furniture and as an important influence on mid-20th century painting and sculpture. Some buildings—including Bauhaus Dessau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site—have been turned into tourist destinations and house museums, while many major modern art museums incorporate the works of art into their permanent displays and popular exhibitions.

This article has been edited and updated.

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Frida photographed by her father, Guillermo Kahlo, in 1932. (Photo: Guillermo Kahlo via Wikimedia Commons, Public domain)

Mexican painter Frida Kahlo is renowned for her symbolic subject matter, colorful canvases, and extensive series of self-portraits. Inspired by “whatever passes through [her] head without any other consideration,” her paintings are deeply personal. Given the intimate and emblematic nature of her pieces, their messages and motifs may seem too obscure to interpret. When viewed through a contextual lens, however, the meanings behind her poignant paintings begin to materialize.

Kahlo explores several themes in her oeuvre, from an interest in her ancestry and heritage to her struggles with childlessness and femininity. Her most well-known paintings, however, seem to revolve around two major events in her life: her traumatic divorce from fellow artist Diego Rivera, and a nearly fatal accident she survived as a teenager. Here, we contextualize seven of her most famous paintings in order to grasp the themes, thoughts, and emotions behind them.

Learn about 10 famous Frida Kahlo paintings.

Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird

 

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Throughout the course of her career, Kahlo painted 55 portrayals of herself, including Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird. Today, this piece remains one of her most widely-recognized self-portraits, due to the moving context in which it was created and the symbolic nature of its imagery.

Kahlo completed this piece in 1940, one year after her tumultuous divorce from Mexican muralist Diego Rivera. Given the timing of its creation, Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird is widely believed to be a reflection of her emotional state following the couple's split.

In the painting, Kahlo is positioned in front of foliage and between a stalking panther and a monkey. (She and Rivera had kept many monkeys as pets, leading many to speculate that they served as surrogates for the children the couple was tragically unable to conceive.) Around her neck, she wears a necklace made out of thorns and adorned with a seemingly lifeless hummingbird. Though the peculiar accessory draws blood from her neck, her expression remains stoic. This calm approach to pain is typical of Kahlo, who—even when devastated over her divorce—poignantly stated that “at the end of the day, we can endure much more than we think we can.”

The Two Fridas

 

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Like Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird, The Two Fridas was painted in response to Kahlo's separation from Rivera. In this piece, Kahlo explores two sides of herself. On the left, she depicts herself as a broken-hearted woman clad in a traditionally European gown. On the right, her heart is whole, and she is wearing a modern Mexican dress—a style she adopted while married to Rivera.

As they share a bench, the two Fridas hold hands. This embrace, however, is not all that connects them; from their hearts sprouts a single vein, which branches out and wraps around their arms. On the left, Frida cuts the vein with surgical scissors, causing it to bleed. On the right, the vein leads to a tiny portrait of Rivera, clutched by Frida and nearly invisible to the unobservant eye.

This unique self-portrait likely represents the inner identity struggle faced by Kahlo as she dealt with her divorce. Though it seems to nod to the work of the surrealists, Kahlo insisted that such iconography was rooted in real-life and, therefore, a direct reflection of her persona. “I never paint dreams or nightmares,” she explained. “I paint my own reality.”

Self Portrait with Cropped Hair

 

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Following her divorce, Kahlo sought to reinvent herself. In an act of defiance against her ex-husband, she painted Self Portrait with Cropped Hair.

Seated on a bright yellow chair with scissors in hand and locks of hair surrounding her, the artist is shown with a short haircut and clad in a man's suit. Above her floats a pertinent lyric from a Mexican folk song. When translated, it reads: “Look, if I loved you it was because of your hair. Now that you are without hair, I don't love you anymore.”

Clearly, Kahlo's androgynous approach to her appearance in Self Portrait with Cropped Hair is a far cry from the long hair, flowing dresses, and feminine jewelry exhibited in most depictions of her. Fascinatingly, however, this is not the first time she has experimented with a masculine look. In photos of the artist as a child and teenager, it is apparent that she often wore suits—even when her female friends and family retained a more “feminine” appearance.

Self-Portrait on the Borderline Between Mexico and the United States

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Kahlo and Rivera lived in America for a period of four years, between 1930–1934. While her husband thrived in the limelight and found great success among artistic circles—including an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York—, Kahlo experienced many hardships, including failed pregnancies. Self-Portrait on the Borderline Between Mexico and the United States depicts Kahlo's dislike for the industrial and capitalist culture of the U.S. as well as her longing for the agrarian lifestyle of Mexico.

On the right is a simplified portrayal of Detroit—one of the cities in which she and River lived—which is made up of tall skyscrapers and a manufacturing plant producing plumes of smoke. On the left is an illustration of Mexico, featuring plants, vegetables, ancient statues, a skull, and temple ruins in the background. Although Kahlo was deeply unhappy during this period, she grew considerably as an artist and was able to experiment in different mediums.

Henry Ford Hospital

 

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One of Kahlo's most heartbreaking paintings, Henry Ford Hospital depicts her convalescence at the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit after suffering a miscarriage. A series of red veins sprout from her belly and connect her to key elements of what she was going through—a fetus, referencing her unborn child; her pelvis, damaged from the streetcar accident; and an orchid that Rivera gifted her during her stay at the hospital; a snail to represent how days went slowly for her; and a machine, tying her to the industrial spirit of the city where she was at the time.

My Grandparents, My parents, and I (Family Tree)

 

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My Grandparents, My Parents, and I is one of two family tree paintings Kahlo ever created. It documents her mixed-race heritage, with her Mexican mother and Mexican maternal grandparents on the left, and her German father and German grandparents on the right. Kahlo includes a depiction of herself as a young child standing at the center and holding the ribbon that ties all of these figures together.

The Broken Column

 

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“There have been two great accidents in my life. One was the train, the other was Diego. Diego was by far the worst.” In 1925, 18-year-old Kahlo was involved in a streetcar accident that left her with a broken spinal column, among many other major injuries. “A man saw me having a tremendous hemorrhage. He carried me and put me on a billiard table until the Red Cross [ambulance] came for me.” In Broken Column, Kahlo presents a tragic glimpse into the lifelong effects of the accident.

The painting depicts Kahlo after spinal surgery. Nude except for a hospital sheet and a metal and plaster corset, her body is pierced with nails (perhaps as an allusion to Christian iconography of Christ on the cross)—and is shown split open. Visible in the crack that bisects her body is a crumbling Ionic column, which has replaced her spine and symbolizes her broken body. In the background, a barren landscape is similarly fissured, and a stormy sky looms overhead.

The Bus

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In 1929, Kahlo painted The Bus, a depiction that recalls what she had seen moments before the life-altering bus accident, which took place four years earlier. The piece is one of her closest encounters with realism, as opposed to the more surrealistic compositions of her most famous paintings.

On September 17, 1925, Kahlo was returning home after a day at the National Preparatory School. “I was an intelligent young girl, but impractical, in spite of all the freedom I had won. Perhaps for this reason, I did not assess the situation nor did I guess the kind of wounds I had,” Kahlo recalled.

She never depicted the actual accident in her work, but Kahlo's painting shows us how calm and common everything looked as this bus traversed the streets of Mexico City, and how transit brought together people from all walks of life—workers, an indigenous woman with her child, and a middle class couple sit across from Kahlo's point of view.

Self-Portrait as a Tehuana

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One of her most famous artworks, Self-Portrait as a Tehuana—also known as Diego on My Mind–, shows Kahlo's deep love for Mexican folklore. Here, she wears the headpiece of a traditional tehuana dress, created and worn by the Zapotec from the Isthmus of Tehuantepec region, in the state of Oaxaca. She also nods at surrealism to show how, despite going through a tumultuous divorce and facing Rivera's affairs, she can't stop thinking about him.

There is no consensus about what the thread emanating from her head mean; to some they are a spiderweb to lure Rivera back and keep him by her side; to others, they are thoughts sprouting from her mind as the delicate headpiece—which seems to represent Rivera's fellow obsession with Indigenous Mexican culture—slowly unravels.

The Wounded Deer 

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The Wounded Deer is another self-portrait that symbolically addresses the physical and emotional pain associated with Kahlo's injuries.

In the piece, Kahlo has depicted herself as a deer—a choice perhaps inspired by her beloved pet, Granizo. Struck by arrows and positioned behind a broken branch (an object used in traditional Mexican funeral rites), it is clear that the deer is likely going to die. At the time of the painting's creation, Kahlo's health was in decline. In addition to failed corrective surgeries from having polio at age 6 (which caused her right leg to appear much thinner than the other) and the ongoing physical pain associated with her accident, she also suffered from gangrene and other illnesses.

Furthermore, like The Broken Column, The Wounded Deer references Christian iconography. According to the bible, Saint Sebastian, an early Christian saint, and martyr, was killed by an onslaught of arrows. His death has remained a popular subject in art for centuries, and likely inspired Kahlo's work and choice of subject matter.

“St. Sebastian” (panel) by Andrea Mantagna (1480). (Photo: Andrea Mantegna, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons)

Sadly, Kahlo passed away in 1954 from pulmonary embolism at her beloved la Casa Azul (the Blue House) in Mexico City, which today is home to the Frida Kahlo Museum. Thanks to her highly personal approach to art, however, her innermost emotions and admirable imagination are perpetually preserved in a captivating collection of works.

This article has been edited and updated. 

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Do you love contemporary art? Or are you looking for a present for an art lover? If so, take a peek at this modern-day masterpiece: a collection of contemporary art gifts.

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Throughout the course of art history, self-portraiture has remained a tried and true practice among leading artists. Transcending technique and style, self-portrayals are prevalent in every major movement, from the inspired Italian Renaissance to the Post-Modern and Contemporary periods. To illustrate the prevalence of these depictions, we have compiled a collection of the most famous self-portraits by the world's most well-known artists.

Through this comprehensive selection of self-portraits, we explore the curious custom of representing one's self through visual art. By offering an eclectic look at the work of well-known figures—spanning Rembrandt, Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Norman Rockwell, Claude Monet, and Vincent van Gogh—the enduring popularity of the self-portrait phenomenon becomes strikingly clear. And, while it may not seem as if age-old artists like Michelangelo and Raphael have much in common with modern masters like Andy Warhol and Yayoi Kusama, their like-minded interest in self-portraiture ultimately unites them—both as visual artists and as human beings.

See our selection of 28 well-known artists' most famous self-portraits below.

Albrecht Dürer

Albrecht Dürer, “Self-Portrait at 28,” oil on panel, 1500 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

German printmaker Albrecht Dürer is renowned for his highly detailed woodcuts, etchings, and engravings, but in fact, the Northern Renaissance artist also created several important self-portraits throughout his life. Completed in the mid-15th century, Self-Portrait at 28 is significant because Dürer portrays himself in a way that's similar to depictions of Christ, indicating to the viewer that perhaps his talents are God-given.

The painting now belongs to the Alte Pinakothek Museum in Munich, Germany.

Leonardo da Vinci

Leonardo da Vinci, “Portrait of a Man in Red Chalk,” red chalk on paper, c. 1512 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

Created circa 1512, Leonardo da Vinci‘s Portrait of a Man in Red Chalk is widely believed to be a rare self-portrait of the master artist. As Leonardo was born in 1452, he would have been nearly 60 years old when he completed this work on paper.

The piece now permanently resides in Turin's Royal Library.

Rembrandt van Rijn

Rembrandt, “Self-portrait,” oil on canvas, 1660 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain {PD-US-expired})

While there is certainly no shortage of Rembrandt self-portraits (over 90 are known), Self-Portrait perfectly captures the Dutch Golden Age painter's signature use of light, textured brushstrokes, and a somber color palette.

Rendered in 1660, the oil painting is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art‘s permanent collection.

Gustave Courbet

Gustave Courbet, “The Desperate Man,” oil on canvas, c. 1843 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain {PD-US-expired})

Titled The Desperate Man, this piece by realist painter Gustave Courbet remains his most well-known self-portrait. Completed in 1845, The Desperate Man combines elements of Romanticism—a style that was prominent until the middle of the 19th century—and Realism, a movement that would eventually be pioneered by Courbet.

Today, this iconic self-portrayal is part of a private collection.

Claude Monet

Claude Monet, “Self-portrait in Beret,” oil on canvas, 1886 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain {PD-US-expired})

Featuring the Impressionist artist‘s signature beret and beard, this self-portrait of Claude Monet was painted in 1886. Self–Portrait with a Beret showcases Monet's distinctively blurred brushstrokes, compositional use of unpainted canvas, and expertly-rendered balance between light and dark.

This oil painting is housed in a private collection.

Paul Gauguin

Paul Gauguin, “Self-Portrait with Halo,” oil on panel, 1889 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain {PD-US-expired})

Self-Portrait with Halo and Snake by Paul Gauguin presents the French Post-Impressionist painter's characteristically colorful palette. Of over 40 self-portrayals, this 1889 piece remains Gauguin's most well-known due to its avant-garde composition and underlying religious themes, including apples and a snake.

 This oil-on-wood painting can be found in the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.

Vincent van Gogh

Vincent van Gogh, “Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear,” oil on canvas, 1889 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain {PD-US-expired})

Like many forefathers of the modern art movement, Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh dabbled in self-portraiture on numerous occasions. Though his collection of such portrayals features many iconic works, Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear is perhaps his most famous. Painted shortly after the infamous incident in which the struggling artist cut off his own ear in 1889, this painting prominently features his bandaged wound.

Today, you can gaze upon the well-known work in London's Courtauld Gallery.

Paul Cézanne

Paul Cézanne, “Self-Portrait,” oil on canvas, 1878-1880 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

Though he is predominantly renowned for his mountainous landscapes and still lifes that play with perspective, French Post-Impressionist painter Paul Cézanne also often painted portraits. Sometimes, as in the case of Self-Portrait, he even depicted himself. Created from 1878 through 1880, this piece features the artist's distinctively painterly brushstrokes and unique use of color.

Now, this painting resides in the Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C.

Edvard Munch

Edvard Munch, “Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear,” lithograph, 1895 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

Norwegian painter and printmaker Edward Munch is known for his dark and dreary Expressionist depictions—and Self-Portrait With Skeleton Arm (1895) is no exception. This peculiar piece was initially rendered in lithographic chalk and ink, and has been reprinted several times since its conception. In later reproductions, Munch even opted to black both out the skeletal arm and his signature.

Today, authentic prints of this piece can be found in numerous collections, including the British Museum.

Pablo Picasso

While Pablo Picasso‘s constantly changing style is evident in his entire oeuvre, it is perhaps most obvious when comparing his myriad self-portraits. Painted, drawn, and sculpted over the course of his career, his self-portrayals directly reflect the Spanish artist's evolution. Of all of these depictions, his Self-Portrait from 1907 most aptly captures his transition from Primitivism to Cubism, 2 of his most well-known periods.

This painting is currently housed by Prague's Narodni Gallery.

Frida Kahlo

Beloved Mexican artist Frida Kahlo has no shortage of self-portraits. Still, Self–Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird from 1940 remains one of her most prized portrayals. The oil painting features several symbols and concepts prevalent throughout her portfolio, including foliage, wildlife, and suffering.

This iconic work can be found in the Nickolas Muray Collection at the University of Texas.

Salvador Dali

Unsurprisingly, Spanish artist and Surrealist master Salvador Dalí took an unconventional approach to portraying himself with Soft Self-Portrait With Grilled Bacon. Painted in 1941, the piece depicts a single piece of bacon beside an organic, structureless shape adorned with a human face and propped up with crutches. Given its ambiguous appearance, one may wonder how such a face represents the artist. However, look closely and you'll spot Dalí's iconic, upturned mustache.

Today, this surreal self-portrait calls Catalonia's Dalí Theatre-Museum its home.

Marcel Duchamp

Like much of Marcel Duchamp‘s work, his Self-Portrait in Profile (1957) conveys the French artist's avant-garde approach to creating using a paper medium. Just one in a series of 137 pieces, this silhouetted depiction is experimentally composed of torn paper pasted on velvet-covered paperboard. While one may assume that the text written against the white backdrop is the artist's signature, it actually reads Marcel déchiravit, or “Marcel tore this quickly.”

This piece now belongs to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

Norman Rockwell

American artist and illustrator Norman Rockwell is known for his delightful collection of Saturday Evening Post covers. On February 13, 1960—an impressive 44 years after Rockwell joined the magazine—the Saturday Evening Post ran a biographical piece on the artist. For the issue's cover, Rockwell was commissioned to depict himself, and, thus, he created this clever and comical Triple Self-Portrait.

The original oil painting of this cover can be found in the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts.

Andy Warhol

A key figure in the Pop Art movement, American artist Andy Warhol boasts numerous well-known, popular pieces. Among his most famous works of art are his multi-colored, repeated silkscreen portraits. In addition to celebrities like Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor, Warhol depicted himself in this style in his 1966 Self-Portrait.

This portrait belongs to the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

Chuck Close

American photorealist Chuck Close gained prominence with his large-scale photographic portraits. In his aptly-titled Big Self-Portrait from 1968, the artist presents a realistically-rendered acrylic painting of himself. Clad in thick-framed glasses and with a lit cigarette in his mouth, it is clear that the artist had a particular persona in mind when posing for the piece.  “There’s no question,” Close states, “I had some attitude about the way I wanted to be perceived.”

Today, this piece is housed by the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis.

Cindy Sherman

 

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Master of disguise Cindy Sherman is celebrated for her self-portrait photography in which she assumes different characters. In Untitled #96, a photograph from the American artist's 1981 series Centerfold, Sherman is depicted dressed as a teenage girl.

In 2011, a print of this piece was purchased at auction for a record $3.89 million. At the time, it was the most expensive photograph ever sold, making Untitled #96 one of her most well-known works.

Jean-Michel Basquiat

American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat skillfully paired a street art style with Neo-Expressionist know-how to create a rich oeuvre of socially-conscious art. In Self-Portrait from 1982, Basquiat employs acrylic paint and crayon to create a composition that combines naive, figurative representations with complete abstraction.

Like much of the artist's work, this portrait is now housed in a private collection.

Keith Haring

American artist and social activist Keith Haring is celebrated for his contributions to New York City's iconic street culture. Haring put a Pop Art spin on graffiti, as evident in his untitled self-portrait from 1985. Conveying a cartoon-like aesthetic and playful style, this portrait embodies Haring's graphic approach to iconography.

This piece is now part of a private collection.

Lucian Freud

Reflection (1985), a self-portrayal by British portrait painter Lucian Freud, conveys the artist's raw and realism-inspired style. Featuring thickly applied paint and a purely figurative focus, the oil painting captures Freud's distinctive and recognizable approach to portraiture.

Reflection belongs to a private collection.

Gerhard Richter

The comprehensive portfolio of German artist Gerhard Richter is esteemed for its wide range of styles. In addition to abstract works and “overpainted” photographs, he also produces portraits that, though painted, almost appear to be blurred photos. A key example of a well-known work from this genre is Selbstportrait (1996), a self-portrait that vaguely presents the artist as he looks toward the ground.

This piece is part of the Flowerman Collection.

Louise Bourgeois

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French-American artist Louise Bourgeois is predominantly recognized as a sculptor and installation artist. However, in addition to her 3-dimensional creations, the artist also produced paintings, drawings, and prints. Bourgeois was not associated with any particular artistic movement or group, though many of her masterpieces—like this curious Self-Portrait (2007) in which the artist portrays herself as a cat—suggest Surrealist influences.

This feline-themed self-portrait now resides in a private collection.

Yayoi Kusama

Japanese creative Yayoi Kusama is one of the most sought-after contemporary artists. While her interactive installations often merit her the most praise, she is also a skilled painter, as apparent in her series of self-portraits. Rendered in acrylic paint, this portrayal from 2010 captures Kusama's characteristically bright color palette, penchant for patterns, and playful style.

This piece is housed in a private collection.

In addition to more traditional portraiture, many artists throughout history have opted to instead include themselves in unexpected compositions. See some of these sneaky self-portraits below.

Jan van Eyck

Jan van Eyck, “The Arnolfini Portrait,” oil on panel, 1434 (Photo:  Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

Jan van Eyck, “The Arnolfini Portrait,” oil on panel, 1434 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

In his most well-known painting, The Arnolfini Portrait (1434), Early Netherlandish painter Jan van Eyck presents wealthy Italian merchant Giovanni di Nicolao Arnolfini and his first wife, Costanza Trenta. On the surface, the piece appears to be a simple double portrait. However, a closer look reveals that, in the convex mirror in the center of the composition, van Eyck's discreet reflection is visible.

This painting can be found in London's National Gallery.

Raphael

Raphael, “The School of Athens,” fresco, 1509-1511 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

Raphael, “The School of Athens,” fresco, 1509-1511 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

The School of Athens, a famous fresco by Italian Renaissance painter Raphael, is often celebrated for its depiction of each and every great ancient Greek philosopher from antiquity. In addition to this impressive collection of figures, Raphael also opted to include himself in the lower-lefthand corner of the large-scale composition. He can be seen staring straight at the viewer as he stands next to Ptolemy.

This fresco is located in the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City.

Michelangelo

Michelangelo, “The Last Judgment,” fresco, 1536-1541 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain {PD-US-expired})

Michelangelo, “The Last Judgment,” fresco, 1536-1541 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain {PD-US-expired})

In The Last Judgment, a fresco found in the Sistine Chapel, Italian master Michelangelo fills a frantic composition with numerous biblical characters and saints accompanied by their attributes. One noteworthy figure is St. Bartholomew, who—as in many Christian depictions—is seen holding his own skin. In a fascinating twist, the face portrayed on the flesh is widely believed to be a self-portrait of the artist himself!

The Last Judgment is in the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican.

Diego Velázquez

Diego Velázquez, “Las Meninas,” oil on canvas, 1656-7 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain {PD-US-expired})

Diego Velázquez, detail of “Las Meninas,” oil on canvas, 1656-7 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain {PD-US-expired})

Las Meninas (“The Ladies-in-Waiting”), a 1656 painting by Spanish Golden Age artist Diego Velázquez, portrays Madrid's royal court. Velázquez has cleverly placed himself behind the Infanta Margarita and her handmaids, all dressed in elaborate costumes. He is shown standing at his easel with his palette and brushes in hand.

Las Meninas is part of the Museo Nacional del Prado‘s permanent collection.

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, “At the Moulin Rouge,” oil on canvas, 1892-5 (Photo:  Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, detail of “At the Moulin Rouge,” oil on canvas, 1892-5 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain)

In Au Moulin Rouge (“At the Moulin Rouge”) French Belle Époque painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec offers a glimpse of nightlife during turn-of-the-century Paris. As a frequent visitor of the city's nightclubs, it is fitting that Toulouse-Lautrec inserted himself into the background of this piece. He can be seen walking with Gabriel Tapié de Céleyran, his cousin and doctor.

This painting can be found at the Art Institute of Chicago.

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For a child, few things are more exciting than unwrapping a shiny new toy on Christmas morning. While tried-and-true classic playthings like baby dolls and toy trucks are sure to satisfy, why not experiment with some more imaginative gift ideas this year that boost creativity?

In this selection of creative gifts for kids of all ages, you're sure to find the perfect present for your favorite little ones. From hands-on kits that allow them to do it themselves while developing fine motor skills to everyday accessories in a range of fun shapes and kid-approved colors, this quirky collection of recommendations guarantees a merry Christmas—and a creative new year for the whole family!

If you're in need of playful presents for the creative kids in your life, look no further than our selection of imaginative Christmas gifts for kids.

Learn-to-Play Electric Guitar Set

Loog | $179+

Harry Potter Hogwarts Wizard's Chess

LEGO | $59.99

3D Printing Pen

MYNT3D | $59.99

Light Up Drawing Tees

Uncommon Goods | $25+

Sloth Bookmark

MyBookmark | $29.95

Astronaut Backpack

Aeromax | $40.23

Mountain Pillows

Cable and Canvas | $50

DIY Paper Lamps

OWLpaperlamps | $65.37+

Rad Rainbow Crafts Supplies Case

Mondo Llama | $25

Wooden Art Puzzle Play Set

Leonie Black Studio | $27.89

Blockitecture Garden City Mega Set

Areaware | $85

“My First Telescope”

Educational Insights | $23.98

RC Gravity Rover

Shaper Image | $33.99

Stackable Space Blocks

AtelierSaintCerf | $63.01

Fish Pencil Case

Don Fisher | $28.37

Fairy Kit

Uncommon Goods | $25

Cardboard Tool Kit

Uncommon Goods | $20

Dinosaur Crayons

CrayonsByKelly | $4.39+

Mini Creature 3D Kits

Uncommon Goods | $12

Crystal Growing Kit

National Geographic | $39.99

Construction Kit

Uncommon Goods | $21+

DIY Terrarium Kit

Creativity for Kids | $14.99

Pottery Wheel Kit

Faber-Castell | $51.98

Personalized Crayon Names

art2theextreme | $19.95+

Origami for Beginners Book

Florence Temko | $6.95

Magnetic Blocks

Tegu | $34.90

Planetarium Projector

Discovery Kids | $59

Edible Chemistry Kit

Copernicus | $23.99

Needlepoint Kit

SozoDIY | $20.15

Shadow Puppet Theater

WoodNLotsofArt | $149.10+

Easy-to-Use Mechanical Sewing Machine

Janome | $149.09+

Sound-Activated Light Blocks

Uncommon Goods | $40+

Create Your Own Comic Book Kit

UncommonGoods | $30

Thinking Putty

Crazy Aaron's | $12.94

DIY Crystal Terrarium

STMT | $16.99

Step-by-Step Book on How to Make a Movie

Danny Tieger | $4.95

Light-Up Tracing Pad

Binney & Smith | $25.31

Magnetic Neon Colored Tiles

MAGNA-TILES | $110.49

Magic Adventures Globe

LeapFrog | $63.74

String Art Heart Light Craft Kit

Creativity for Kids | $16.99

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If you’re feeling like a busy bee this hectic holiday season, finding the purrfect presents for friends and family can seem like a daunting task. With this cute and cuddly collection of critter-centric gifts, however, you can cross any animal-loving loved ones off your list.

Inspired by the diversity of the animal kingdom, this unique selection showcases a wide range of goodies. This includes a magical make-your-own hedgehog kit, a sleepy Siamese succulent pot, and a snug-as-a-bug cat cave. Hand-picked from both one-of-a-kind Etsy shops and tried-and-true emporiums, these eclectic gifts are sure to make the holidays the cat’s meow.

Here are 42 of the best gifts for anyone who loves animals:

Brown Bear Sculpture

Periwinkle Nuthatch | $220

Anteater Cable Organzier

Sheepad and Friends | $22

Custom Ring Pet Portrait

Caitlyn Minimalist | $20.30

Hedgehog Embroidery Kit

Kiriki Press | $20

Animal Society Temporary Tattoos

Tattly | $15

Siamese Cat Planter

theYarnKitchen | $25

Sheep-Shaped Pin Cushion

Tramai Ceramics | $31.05

Cockatoo Scarf

Ninafuehrer | $107.53

Three-Piece Crane Ring

Mary Lou | $107

Wheat Barn Owl Scarf

Shovava | $62+

Hanging Bird Earrings

Sun Sprinkles Shop | $45

Tiny Frog Necklaces

Chiko Craft | $44

We've found things for cat lovers and dog lovers, as well as plenty of items for folks who love wild creatures.

Dachshund Mini Needle Felting Kit

Hawthorn Handmade | $16.55+

Wood Cat Pile Game

COMMA | $39.95

Picasso Dog Print

Peardrop Prints | $11.49+

Cheetah Jungle Safari Pocket Notebook

Clap Clap Design | $8

Cat Cave

elevele | $91.07+

Animal Fun Face Plate

Uncommon Goods | $20

Plant Hanging Animals

Aimee Furnival | $22.50

Bird of Paradise Flower Vase

Atelier Stella | $82.83

“Panda and Lady” Cups

Two Hold Studios | $75

Stained Glass Whale Ornament

Alchemy Wild Glass | $44.99

Frog Mug

Creature Cups | $14.44

Amazon Rainforest 1000-Piece Puzzle

Eeboo | $21.99

Fox Ceramic Canister

Ryaba Vosh Ceramics | $42+

Racoon Sleep Mask

Little Odd Forest | $19.74

Dog Breed Book

Flatiron Books | $16.99

Otter T-Shirt

SlaviART | $34.20

Grizzly Bear Trivets

OTOTO | $19.95

Customized Pet Portrait

Sandra Dumais | $165

Origami Fox Earrings

VillaSorgenfrei | $30.68

Forest Animal Tea Towels

NaughtyCatApparel | $12+

Cat Coloring Book

Lark Crafts | $17.99

Custom Paw Print Ring

CaitlynMinimalist | $20.30

Deer Popup Light

Popup Lighting | $210.18

Swanky Floating Label

OTOTO | $21

Personalized Tiger Necklace

Sigmo Creations | $9.99

Wood Hedgehog Coasters

Riverbyland | $11.58

Small Cat Pegboard

Little Anana | $64.74+

Creatures of the Order Poster

Kelsey Oseid | $22+

Flock of Birds Throw Pillow

Picomodi | $26.25+

Cat Smartphone Stand

DECOLE: CONCOMBRE | $15.99

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If you're having trouble finding the perfect present, it's time to think outside the box. Rather than a run-of-the-mill readymade, why not make it personal with a customized gift?

In this eccentric selection of personalized presents, you're bound to find something for everyone to feel extra special. Some—like the fingerprint rings, family tree necklaces, serving platters with a family recipe engraving, and cross-stitched portraits—pay homage to loved ones. Others—including the cuddly pet pillows and adorable animal portrait mugs—are a purr-fect way to honor furry friends. And a few—like the dazzling star maps and one-of-a-kind coordinates rings—make for unique gifts that mark occasions that have been particularly special.

Whether you want to make memories that are wearable or wall-worthy, these tailor-made, thoughtful gifts are a great way to show someone special how much you care.

Check out our one-of-a-kind selection of personalized gifts!

Customized Embroidered Tote Bag

VincenzaSilviaCream | $28.69

Personalized Leather Bracelet

Shiney Gift | $21.30+

Custom Embroidered Initials Socks

CuzyCo | $15.53

Custom Canvas Print

PacificCustoms | $17.95+

Personalized Stationery Set

LemonGrace | $20

Custom LEF Music Picture Frame

ARTOPSHK | $17.77+

Personalized Self-Inking Stamp

Lise Grossmann | $139

Fingerprint Ring

CaitlynMinimalist | $20.30+

Pet Portrait

PortraitsbyDalia | $73.20+

Chain Stitched Sweatshirt

Club Chainstitch | $73

Family Band Art

Alexander Doll | $150+

Pet Portrait Mug

DrawYourPortrait | $29.99+

Peg Doll Family

Glue Paper Scissors | $89.95+

Custom House Portrait

Riverry Studio | $49.99+

Personalized Yarn Bowl

Leslie Nieto | $60

Personalized Dopp Kit

Leather Page | $34.90+

Zodiac Sign Necklace

Elegant Swan | $27.75

Earth and Space Nightlights

Uncommon Goods | $68

Recipe Engraved Plate

zehrdesignco | $63

Personalized Wooden Engraved Keepsakes Box

Hereafter | $150

The Little Boy Who Lost His Name

Wonderbly | $34.99
“Each name tells a different story, based on the letters of the child's name. The story will be as unique as their name.”

LEGO Mini Figure

BrickCreativ | $19.67+

Plant Label

SophiaVictoriaJoy | $4.54

Personalized Birthstone Bar Necklace

The Golden Beverly | $32.20+

Cross Stitch Family Portrait

ShopHoopMama | $55+

Custom Star Map by Date Poster

Finch and Cotter | $40+

Pet Pillow

aurespaces | $29.99+

Necklaces Based on Kids' Drawings

CaitlynMinimalist | $27.65

Map Jewelry

Talia Sari | $199

Sloth in a Bottle

Eydavy Bottles | $16.01+

Coordinates Ring

luckyhorngifts | $40.50

Doggy Personalized Ornament

Muddy Heart | $72

Custom State Art

Fat Frog Prints | $12.60+

Jewelry Dish

The Painted Press | $19+

Wooden Family Name Sign

Forever Wedding Crafts | $9.89+

Adult Custom Pet Portrait Denim Jacket

GiFlynn Design | $265.72+

Family Tree Necklace

Delezhen | $30.71+

Personalized Layered Necklace (Set of 3)

The Silver Wren | $79.90+

Wooden Name Puzzle for Kids

Bloom Owl | $19.99+

Monogram and Date Leather Catchall

Karl Von Artistry | $42+

Nutella Spoon

Royal Spoon | $13.84+

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When you hear “winter fashion,” do visions of big hats and bulky jackets dance in your head? If so, it's time to rethink your winter wardrobe and sprinkle in some creative accessories. Because, while you'll want to keep warm and dress in layers, there's no reason that your accessories can have a little flair.

With these wintry statement pieces, you can stay fashionable all the way through spring. Earrings that look like snow-covered branches and a ring inspired by the night sky showcase the beauty of the cold, while a charming phone case highlights the adorable animals associated with the season.

Or, maybe you are looking for a way to look cute even in cold weather. If you're looking for a winter hat, you can get a classic beanie with a pompom or add a touch of class by donning a warm beret. And, if you want to pair form with function, snuggle into a warm cable knit hood and grab a pair of stylish mittens to stay warm.

So check out our list of must-have winter accessories for women to stay fashionable and warm during the cold winter months.

Enjoy winter in style with these seasonal-inspired items.

Chunky Knit Hood

Anthropologie | $54

Icy Earrings

LeChaim | $42.09

Resin and Wooden Ring

Forest Magic with Rivka | $51.85

Leather and Wool Mittens

PiperHandcraft | $131.76

Monogrammed Pommed Wool Beanie

thepurplepetunia | $34.15

Chunky Handwoven Scarf

Twill Hill | $93.81

Wreath Necklace

KOKOxLUNA | $32.33+

Winter Fox Sweatshirt

Bluskysoul | $60.39

Earmuff DIY Crochet Pattern

Debrosse | $6.10

Beret with Hand Embroidery

TinythingsmadeUhappy | $46.97

White Wings Scarf

Shovava | $62+

Winter Cape Coat

FloAtelier | $259

Moon Phases Blanket

Calhoun and Co. | $151.28

Tree Cuff

TheSilverDiva | $36.60+

Wool Lined Suede Slippers

UGG | $100

Red Fox Stole

Nina Fuehrer | $108.16

Deer Antler Ring

Revelmy | $36.72

Arctic Animals Phone Case

Dessi Designs | $21.18

Quilted Puffer Bag

SoftStyleStudio | $42.64

Snowflake Pendant

13thPsyche | $31.45+

Fuzzy Earmuffs

UGG | $65

Stardust Organic Cotton Turtleneck

Thief and Bandit | $153.72

Hedgehat Enamel Pin

Sugarnova Shop | $12.20

Scoodie Warm Cowl

TamiMore | $42.69

Personalized Gloves

talkingloves | $49.78

Penguins and Polar Bears Socks

King Stone | $17.08

Boho Blanket Scarf

misspippatree | $29.27

Corgi Enamel Pin

Pepper Sprouts | $14.64

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Picking out presents for interior designers can be intimidating. After all, their entire practice revolves around having an eye for good design. In order to make this task easier, we've mapped out our favorite shops and constructed a collection of imaginative interior design gifts.

Here, you'll find gift ideas inspired by the ins and outs of interior design. Many of these presents capture the practice's focus on color, like the Pantone reusable water bottle, paint chip calendar, and color wheel lapel pin. Others reimagine traditional tools like a paintbrush as delicate jewelry, in the form of a delicate necklace or a pair of mismatched earrings. Design lovers will appreciate the vibrant touches these creative products can add to their everyday routine.

Another great gift can be something special for their own homes. We picked out modern ceramic vases for recipients to display artful bouquets on their tabletops, and a high quality art print of a Van Gogh painting to embellish any wall. In addition, giving a new fragrance will make any space much more inviting, like a set of Nest candles that includes a variety of pleasant scents.

Finally—and fittingly—some simply pay homage to iconic designers, from Mid-century modern chair prints to Frank Lloyd Wright tea towels. We also picked out a coffee table book that explores beautiful British decor, surely bringing inspiration for their own interiors. And when it's not in use, makes a lovely addition to the living room.

No matter which gift you give, you're guaranteed to get floor-to-ceiling praise from your favorite interior designer!

Know a creative interior designer? Wow them from wall to wall with these imaginative design gifts.

Circular Hollow Ceramic Vase

PourToiHome | $31.71+

Van Gogh Roses Poster

SugarnCanvas | $10.46+

Book of Beautiful Interiors

Jenny Rose-Innes | $46.50

Pantone Stainless Steel Drinking Bottle

Pantone | $34.50

Nest Candle Set

NEST | $46

Digital Color Reader

Datacolor | $167.37

Color Wheel Lapel Pin

Yellow Owl Workshop | $12

Color Problems by Emily Noyes Vanderpoel

Emily Noyes Vanderpoel | $35

Paintbrush Necklace

UniqueAnomaly | $27.99+

Holographic Stapler

NatSumeBasics | $13.89

Bioluminescent Octopus Orb

Uncommon Goods | $46+

Dawn Redwood Bonsai Forest

Uncommon Goods | $50

Standing Desk & Laptop Stand

TheDeskStand | $134.10

Rug Bookmarks

Inusitus | $19.49

Paint Chip Calendar

Maalbok | $18.49

Mid-Century Modern Furniture Print Set 

Kelsey M. Designs | $18+

RGB & CMYK Earrings

Yellow Owl Workshop | $20

Cactus and Succulent Soy Container Candle

Zoet Candles | $27.50

 ‘Eat, Sleep, DESIGN, Repeat' T-Shirt

Eat Sleep Design Repeat Shirts | $19.99

Grecian Bookends

StaticGaze | $51

Interior Design Reference & Specification Book Updated & Revised: Everything Interior Designers Need to Know Every Day

Chris Grimley, Mimi Love | $26.03

Interior Design Coloring Book

Blue Star Press | $12.99

Frank Lloyd Wright Tea Towels

Uncommon Goods | $15

Modular Placemats

LineArcDesign | $24.75

Retro Interior Design Watercolor Stickers

YanaFefelovaArt | $4.68

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