Who painted Selvportræt?

Selvportræt was painted by Henry Lørup in 1896.

Where can I see Selvportræt?

Selvportræt is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Selvportræt?

Selvportræt is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Selvportræt

Henry Lørup , 1896

Selvportræt is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Henry Lørup. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

He’s wearing a dark jacket over a light shirt with a bow tie, looking straight ahead with a serious expression.

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with short, wavy hair and a mustache. He’s wearing a dark jacket over a light shirt with a bow tie, looking straight ahead with a serious expression. The brushstrokes are loose, especially on his face and shoulders, giving it a rough, sketchy feel.

The painting was made in 1890 by the artist himself—it’s a self-portrait. The style doesn’t match any big art movement, but the way light and shadow play on his face is interesting.

Try looking up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and dark for drama.

Overview

Selvportræt is a self-portrait oil painting created by Henry Lørup in 1896, now part of the collection at the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the artist himself, Henry Lørup, dressed in a dark jacket and light shirt with a bow tie, conveying a serious demeanor through his direct gaze.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose brushstrokes, particularly on the face and shoulders, the work exhibits a rough, sketchy quality. It employs chiaroscuro, effectively utilizing light and shadow to add depth and drama to the subject's face.

History & Provenance

Created in 1896 by the artist, the painting's style does not align with any major contemporary art movements. It is currently held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.