Artwork
Sur la falaise [Self-Portrait]
![Sur la falaise [Self-Portrait], by Henri-Charles Guérard, ink, 1888](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/henri-charles-guerard--sur-la-falaise-self-portrait--02b0dc51287f939f-w1024.webp)
Sur la falaise [Self-Portrait] is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Henri-Charles Guérard. It dates from 1888 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Sur la falaise [Self-Portrait] is a 1888 drypoint and roulette print on laid paper by French artist Henri-Charles Guérard. The work presents a self-portrait of the artist set against a coastal landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Guérard standing on a cliff, contemplatively gazing out to sea. His serious expression and posture suggest introspection. A long coat, hat, and an unidentified large object in his hand complete the somber figure.
Technique & Style
Executed in a range of browns and grays, the print utilizes chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, enhancing the somber mood. The dramatic lighting draws the viewer into the scene, emphasizing the artist's emotional state.
History & Provenance
Sur la falaise [Self-Portrait] is part of the National Gallery of Art's collection in Washington, D.C.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Henri Charles Guérard (26 April 1846, Paris - 24 March 1897, Paris) was a French painter and printmaker, particularly in etching and lithography.
