Artwork
Autoportret
Autoportret is a drawing by Gheorghe Tattarescu. It dates from 1867 and is held in the collection of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.
About this work
Overview
Gheorghe Tattarescu's 'Autoportret' is a portrait painted around 1867. It is a representative work of the neoclassical style, a movement Tattarescu helped establish in Romanian art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the artist himself, shown with a serious expression, wearing formal attire. His introspective gaze suggests a contemplative mood, inviting the viewer to reflect on the artist's character.
Technique & Style
The portrait showcases Tattarescu's skill in rendering detailed facial features and subtle expressions. The use of a light background effectively highlights the subject, while the artist's attention to texture and detail is evident in the depiction of clothing and facial hair.
History & Provenance
'Autoportret' is held by the Museum of Ethnography, indicating its significance in the artist's oeuvre and Romanian cultural heritage.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gheorghe Tattarescu (Romanian pronunciation: ; October 1818 – October 24, 1894) was a Romanian painter and a pioneer of neoclassicism in his country's modern painting.
