Who painted Self-Portrait?

Self-Portrait was painted by Unknown in 1915.

Where can I see Self-Portrait?

Self-Portrait is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Self-Portrait

Unknown , 1915

Self-Portrait is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Created around 1915, this self‑portrait by the artist identified as 33325_person is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1915, this self‑portrait by the artist identified as 33325_person is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. The work presents a solitary figure dressed in a dark jacket with a crisp white collar, gazing directly at the viewer. The composition is relatively small, yet the presence of the sitter is unmistakable, anchored by a muted, indistinct backdrop.

Subject & Meaning

The limited palette of browns and pinks on the face emphasizes flesh tones, while the lack of decorative elements keeps attention on the sitter’s demeanor.

The portrait depicts the artist himself, captured in a moment of solemn concentration. The direct eye contact and restrained expression suggest a contemplation of identity, perhaps reflecting the personal or social circumstances of the early twentieth century. The limited palette of browns and pinks on the face emphasizes flesh tones, while the lack of decorative elements keeps attention on the sitter’s demeanor.

Technique & Style

Visible, vigorous brushstrokes dominate the surface, especially where the paint is applied thickly to the facial area, creating a tactile texture. The artist deliberately left the strokes rough, allowing the underlying colors to show through and giving the image a sense of immediacy. The background is rendered loosely, with blurred hints of green and beige that recede, enhancing the three‑dimensional effect of the figure.

History & Provenance

The painting entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings sometime after its creation, though precise acquisition details are not recorded in the available sources. Its dating to circa 1915 places it within a period of artistic experimentation in Europe, when many creators explored new approaches to portraiture and material handling.