Portraiture

Abstract Portraits - Reconciling the Figurative and its Opposite

What is the particular aesthetic of abstract portraits, and what are the key issues which float around such a production?

Tronies, a unique genre of Dutch Golden Age art, depicted expressive, anonymous faces, blending portraiture with allegory.

Explore diverse narratives in portrait photography through six standout artists at Artsper, including Arnaud Ele and Olha Stepanian!

Do you love the work of Nikos Gyftakis? Discover now 10 things to know about this unclassifiable and fascinating artist!

Join us today as we explore the works of three artists expanding the limits of portraiture who you’ll love if you like Nikos Gyftakis!

Expert in mixing styles, materials and themes, Nikos Gyftakis is an extraordinary artist. Discover our selection of his best works now!

The art of the selfie is taking the media world by storm. Join Artsper to discover our top 5 famous self portrait paintings!

Between genre scenes, biblical episodes and mythology, discover Caravaggio's painting with his 5 best works!

Between poetry, technique and emotion, discover contemporary oil painting with the 10 best works currently available on Artsper!

The canon of proportions marked a turning point in the history of beauty. Let's discover its history and its foundations!

Known for her painted portraits of subjects with big eyes, Margaret Keane leaves behind a legacy. Discover her story with Artsper!

Privileged witnesses of the social norms of an era and a culture, let’s discover the best artworks of male nudes in art!

Artsper decrypts Henry Moore's unique sculptures, which integrate nature into the shapes of the human body...

From the most famous Marilyn Monroe photos to little-known shots, here are Artper’s picks of her top 10 portraits.

With more than 200,000 works in the Artsper catalog, your favorite is just a click away…