Who painted Self-portrait with Portfolio?

Self-portrait with Portfolio was painted by Jens Juel in 1773.

Where can I see Self-portrait with Portfolio?

Self-portrait with Portfolio is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Self-portrait with Portfolio?

Self-portrait with Portfolio is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Self-portrait with Portfolio?

Museum-quality prints of Self-portrait with Portfolio are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Self-portrait with Portfolio

Jens Juel , 1773

Self-portrait with Portfolio is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jens Juel. It dates from 1773 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Jens Juel, Denmark’s foremost portraitist of the eighteenth century, painted Self‑portrait with Portfolio in 1773. Executed in oil, the work exemplifies the Rococo’s refined elegance while focusing on the individual artist’s presence.

Subject & Meaning

The canvas presents Juel himself, dressed in a dark coat and white cravat, his powdered wig bound with a ribbon. He holds a rolled portfolio of drawings in his right hand, a visual cue to his profession and the creative process behind his prolific portrait output.

Technique & Style

Juel employs a subtle chiaroscuro, allowing light to model his cheekbones and the folds of the cravat against a muted, dark background. This handling of illumination creates a gentle three‑dimensionality that draws the viewer’s eye to the face while maintaining the Rococo’s graceful restraint.

History & Provenance

The portrait was produced during the height of Juel’s career, when his likenesses adorned the walls of Frederiksborg Castle. It remains a testament to his self‑representation at a time when he was establishing a lasting legacy within Danish court portraiture.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Jens Juel

Jens Juel (12 May 1745 – 27 December 1802) was a Danish painter, primarily known for his many portraits, of which the largest collection is on display at Frederiksborg Castle.