Who painted Selbstbildnis des Malers Anton Meier vor der Staffelei?

Selbstbildnis des Malers Anton Meier vor der Staffelei was painted by Unknown in 1850.

Where can I see Selbstbildnis des Malers Anton Meier vor der Staffelei?

Selbstbildnis des Malers Anton Meier vor der Staffelei is held by Art Collection of the University Göttingen.

Artwork

Selbstbildnis des Malers Anton Meier vor der Staffelei

Selbstbildnis des Malers Anton Meier vor der Staffelei is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Art Collection of the University Göttingen. The work is a self‑portrait drawing depicting the artist Anton Meier positioned before an easel.

About this work

Overview

The work is a self‑portrait drawing depicting the artist Anton Meier positioned before an easel. He is shown wearing glasses, a red cap, and a dark coat with a white collar, holding a brush. A partially completed portrait of a face rests on the easel, and a wooden palette with brushes lies on a nearby table. The background is uniformly dark, focusing attention on the figure and his tools.

Subject & Meaning

Meier presents himself as a diligent practitioner, his gaze directed toward the canvas. The red cap and spectacles convey concentration, while the unfinished portrait on the easel mirrors his own visage, suggesting a contemplation of artistic identity and the process of self‑representation. The composition underscores the intimate relationship between the creator and his work.

Technique & Style

Rendered as a drawing, the piece employs line work to define the figure, clothing, and studio objects with clarity. The contrast between the dark background and the illuminated forms emphasizes the subject. The inclusion of a palette and brushstrokes on the easel hints at the transition from drawing to painting, highlighting the artist’s working method.

Context

Created by Anton Meier, a painter active in the early twentieth century, the image reflects the tradition of artists documenting their own practice. Self‑portraits of this type often served both as personal records and as demonstrations of skill for patrons or academic institutions.