Artwork
Self-Portrait with Angelica and Portrait of Rachel
Self-Portrait with Angelica and Portrait of Rachel is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Charles Willson Peale. It dates from 1792 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
About this work
Overview
This 1792 oil painting, Self-Portrait with Angelica and Portrait of Rachel, is a work by Charles Willson Peale, an American artist with a multifaceted career.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Peale, palette in hand, seated with his daughters Angelica and Rachel. The figures' varying expressions and postures convey a sense of family intimacy, while Peale's attire and artistic tools establish his professional identity.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style, the painting showcases Peale's attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of faces and clothing. The dark background and subtle suggestion of a studio setting add depth to the composition.
History & Provenance
Charles Willson Peale was a versatile figure, combining his artistic practice with military service during the Revolutionary War. This painting reflects his skill as a portraitist, a genre in which he was known for capturing prominent American figures.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Willson Peale (April 15, 1741 – February 22, 1827) was an American painter, military officer, scientist, and naturalist.
The Artist and his Wife Rosine, née Dørschel
Mr and Mrs William Lindow
Self-Portrait with his Wife Marie-Sybille, born Krumm
Self-Portrait
Self-portrait
Portrait of a Painter, probably the Artist himself
The Artist and his Wife Rosine, née Dørschel
Self-portrait with Daughters Henriette Joyard and Marie de Rège in front of the easel
Self-portrait
Portrait of a Painter, probably the Artist himself
Self-Portrait with His Daughters
Self Portrait