Artwork
Self-portrait
Self-portrait is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Robert Walker. It dates from 1645 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting is a self-portrait by Robert Walker, created in 1645. It is now held at the Ashmolean Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with long, wavy brown hair, wearing a dark blue jacket and white shirt. He gazes directly at the viewer with a neutral expression, his right hand raised. The somber mood invites introspection.
Technique & Style
The dark background emphasizes the subject's face and attire. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth, drawing attention to the figure.
Artist & collection
Artist
A 17th-century painter in England, Robert Walker left vivid oil portraits of the men who shaped the nation’s politics.
