Artwork
Self-Portrait
Self-Portrait is an oil painting by Constantin Hansen. It dates from 1827 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting is a self-portrait by Carl Christian Constantin Hansen, created in 1827. It is a representation of the artist as a young man.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Hansen wearing formal attire, with a high-collared shirt and bow tie, against a dark, plain background that highlights his face. The image is a straightforward representation of the artist, characteristic of the self-portrait genre.
Technique & Style
Hansen employed chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark, to create depth in his facial features, particularly around the eyes and jaw. Soft shading achieves a nuanced, three-dimensional effect.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst, reflecting Hansen's significance in Denmark's Golden Age of Painting, a period marked by a renewed interest in national identity.
Artist & collection
Artist
Carl Christian Constantin Hansen (Constantin Hansen) (3 November 1804 – 29 March 1880) was one of the painters associated with the Golden Age of Danish Painting.
