Who painted Self-portrait?

Self-portrait was painted by Peder Severin Krøyer in 1894.

Where can I see Self-portrait?

Self-portrait is held by Uffizi Gallery.

What movement is Self-portrait?

Self-portrait is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Self-portrait?

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

Artwork

Self-portrait

Peder Severin Krøyer , 1894

Self-portrait is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Peder Severin Krøyer. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1894, this oil painting is a self‑portrait by the Danish artist Peder Severin Krøyer. The work shows the artist at his easel, captured in a moment of quiet concentration. It is part of the collection of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, where it is displayed among other European paintings from the same period.

Subject & Meaning

Krøyer portrays himself wearing a white hat and shirt beneath a dark vest, holding a brush in his right hand as if poised to apply paint. The composition emphasizes the act of creation, suggesting a reflective stance toward his own practice and the broader notion of the artist’s identity within his work.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil on canvas, the portrait employs a restrained palette of whites, darks, and a soft blue sky that recedes behind the figure. The brushwork is smooth and controlled, rendering the fabric and facial features with a naturalistic clarity typical of Krøyer’s late‑19th‑century Danish realist approach.

History & Provenance

After its completion, the painting entered the artist’s personal collection before being acquired by the Uffizi Gallery. Its presence in the Florentine institution reflects the museum’s effort to broaden its holdings of Northern European art, situating Krøyer alongside his contemporaries from the Scandinavian scene.

Context

The portrait was produced during a prolific phase in Krøyer’s career, when he was consolidating his reputation as a leading figure of the Skagen painters. The serene backdrop of sky and distant water echoes the coastal environments that frequently inspired his larger works, linking the personal image to his broader landscape oeuvre.