Artwork
Self-portrait
Self-portrait is an oil painting by Emily Carr. It dates from 1939 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Canada.
About this work
If you're interested in learning more about Emily Carr's work, you can explore her other paintings and read about her life as an artist.
This painting is a self-portrait of the artist, Emily Carr. It's an oil painting created in 1939. The artist is shown from the side, looking over her left shoulder. She's wearing a brown hat, a striped shirt, and a dark jacket. Her face is painted with visible brushstrokes, and her expression is neutral. The background is a mix of brown and tan colors, with some darker shades towards the top.
The artist's use of color and brushstrokes creates a sense of texture and depth in the painting. The overall mood is calm and introspective.
If you're interested in learning more about Emily Carr's work, you can explore her other paintings and read about her life as an artist.
Overview
This 1939 oil painting is a self-portrait by Emily Carr, a Canadian artist renowned for her depictions of British Columbia's landscapes and First Nations art. It is part of the National Gallery of Canada's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Emily Carr herself, portrayed from the side, looking over her left shoulder with a neutral expression. Her attire includes a brown hat, striped shirt, and dark jacket, set against a muted, earth-toned background.
Technique & Style
Carr employed visible brushstrokes and a palette of browns, tans, and darker accents to achieve a textured, depthful quality. The overall effect is calm and introspective.
History & Provenance
Created in 1939, the painting is held in the National Gallery of Canada. Notably, Carr's literary career was also recognized, with her book *Klee Wyck* (1941) winning the Governor General's Literary Award for non-fiction.
Artist & collection
Artist
Emily Carr (December 13, 1871 – March 2, 1945) was a Canadian artist who was inspired by the monumental art and villages of the First Nations and the landscapes of British Columbia.
