Artwork

Self Portrait

Self Portrait, by Unknown, unspecified, 1750
Self Portrait, by Unknown, unspecified, 1750

Self Portrait is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. This portrait, created around 1750, is a self-portrait by an artist known as 854_person.

About this work

Overview

This portrait, created around 1750, is a self-portrait by an artist known as 854_person. It is an oil painting currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a woman depicted wearing a black feathered hat and a pink dress adorned with white lace. Her direct gaze and slightly open mouth engage the viewer, while her curly hair is restrained under her hat.

Technique & Style

Executed in a realistic style, the painting showcases detailed rendering, particularly in the subject's face and attire. The dark background serves to highlight the figure.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known