Artwork
Self-Portrait
Self-Portrait is a gouache drawing by the Romanticist artist Thomas Sully. It dates from 1828 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Thomas Sully's Self-Portrait is a drawing created in 1828, executed in gouache and watercolor over graphite on paper mounted on paperboard.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts Sully seated, holding a sketchbook and pencil, dressed in formal attire consisting of a black jacket, white shirt, and black bow tie, set against a warm, earthy background.
Technique & Style
The combination of gouache, watercolor, and graphite on paper creates a sense of depth and texture, characteristic of the artist's skillful handling of mixed media.
Context
The style and attire in the drawing are consistent with the Romantic period, suggesting a connection to the artistic and cultural currents of the time.
Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas Sully was an English-American portrait painter. He was born in England, became a naturalized American citizen in 1809, and lived most of his life in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including in the Thomas Sully…
