Artwork
Self-Portrait, 13th plate
Self-Portrait, 13th plate is a crayon print by Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1906 print is a self-portrait by Alphonse Legros, a French-born artist who later worked in Britain. It is an etching, a type of print, with additional crayon work.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts the artist in profile, with a long beard and deep-set eyes. His face is turned slightly away from the viewer, creating a contemplative impression.
Technique & Style
The image combines etched lines with crayon retouching, adding texture and depth to the representation of skin and hair. The rough, expressive lines give the portrait a three-dimensional quality.
History & Provenance
Legros was a versatile artist who worked in painting, printmaking, and sculpture. He moved to London in 1863 and contributed to the revival of etching in Britain.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
