Neo-Expressionist Abstract Portrait on Panel

This is a contemporary mixed-media painting on a rectangular vertical panel, heavily influenced by the Neo-Expressionist movement and the style of Jean-Michel Basquiat. The central figure is a large, stylized black mask-like head outlined in white. Notable features include a single red eye within a white socket, a blue 'crown' area with the word 'MAD!' inscribed in white, and a jagged, white-toothed mouth containing a pink and red tongue-like shape. The right side of the face features a vertical yellow ochre streak. The background is a composite of teal, red, and green fields, containing various symbols such as a blue circle, an orange crescent, and a skyscraper-like structure. The construction appears to be acrylic or oil stick on a solid substrate, likely a wooden board or repurposed panel. The execution is raw and gestural, with visible drips, erratic line work, and a dense application of color. Condition-wise, the piece shows some signs of edge wear and surface scuffs consistent with folk art or street art-inspired works. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures on the face of the painting. The piece likely dates to the late 20th or early 21st century, demonstrating high energy and an intentional 'naive' aesthetic that prioritizes emotional expression over classical form.