Artwork
Self-Portrait

Self-Portrait is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Thomas Nast. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Thomas Nast's Self-Portrait is an etching created in 1884.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts the artist in profile, facing left, with a serious expression. He is formally dressed in a dark suit, high collar, and bow tie, conveying a sense of professionalism.
Technique & Style
Nast employed fine lines to render the subject's facial features and attire, while leaving the background largely unadorned, thereby emphasizing the figure.
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