Who painted Selbstporträt?

Selbstporträt was painted by Anton Ebert in 1895.

Where can I see Selbstporträt?

Selbstporträt is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Selbstporträt?

Selbstporträt is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Selbstporträt?

Museum-quality prints of Selbstporträt are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Selbstporträt

Anton Ebert , 1895

Selbstporträt is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Anton Ebert. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

Overview

Selftporträt is an oil painting created by Anton Ebert in 1895, featuring a self-portrait of the artist himself. The work is part of the collection at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Anton Ebert with a prominent beard and pulled-back hair, dressed in a dark jacket with a visible white collar. His serious expression and direct gaze at the viewer convey a somber and introspective atmosphere.

Technique & Style

While specific technical details are not highlighted, the muted gray-brown background and the overall somber tone suggest a restrained, possibly traditional approach to oil painting, focusing on capturing the subject's demeanor.

History & Provenance

Created in 1895, the painting has been acquired by the Kunsthistorisches Museum, where it is currently held.

Context

The late 19th-century context of the painting may reflect the artist's personal or professional state at the time, though specific contextual influences or movements are not immediately evident from the work itself.

Legacy

Information on the painting's broader impact or legacy within Anton Ebert's oeuvre or beyond is not provided, suggesting it may be more notable for its biographical insight into the artist than for pioneering artistic achievements.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Anton Ebert

Anton Ebert painted oil scenes of people and city life in the late 1800s. In 1889 he showed “The Café Terrace in Munich,” a nighttime crowd scene lit by gas lamps. His brushwork blends Realist detail with the quiet mood…