Who painted Self-portrait?

Self-portrait was painted by Ádám Mányoki in 1711.

Where can I see Self-portrait?

Self-portrait is held by Hungarian National Gallery.

What movement is Self-portrait?

Self-portrait is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Self-portrait

Ádám Mányoki , 1711

Self-portrait is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Ádám Mányoki. It dates from 1711 and is held in the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1711, this oil painting presents a self‑portrait of the Hungarian artist Ádám Mányoki. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest and measures the artist’s own likeness, rendered with a restrained palette and a focus on light and shadow.

Subject & Meaning

The figure is shown in a white shirt and a brown hat, holding a brush in his right hand and a palette in his left, clearly identifying him as a painter. His gaze meets the viewer directly, and his neutral expression conveys a contemplative stance, inviting reflection on the artist’s role and identity.

Technique & Style

Mányoki employs chiaroscuro to model the face and clothing, allowing the illuminated areas to emerge from a dark background. This contrast creates a three‑dimensional presence and emphasizes the texture of the fabric and the tools of his trade, while the subdued colour scheme maintains a calm, introspective atmosphere.

History & Provenance

The portrait has remained in public hands since its early years, eventually entering the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, where it is displayed among other works of the early 18th‑century Hungarian school. Its provenance reflects the artist’s standing within the local artistic community of his time.