Artwork
Self-Portrait, Medallion No. 2 (11th Plate)
Self-Portrait, Medallion No. 2 (11th Plate) is a print by the Impressionist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Self-Portrait, Medallion No.
About this work
Overview
Self-Portrait, Medallion No. 2 (11th Plate) is a 1884 print by Alphonse Legros, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The circular portrait depicts a contemplative man with a downward gaze, his chin resting on his hand, conveying a sense of quiet introspection and inviting the viewer to reflect on his inner world.
Technique & Style
Rendered in a light reddish-brown color against a light gray background, the subject's dark, curly hair and bushy beard are detailed, characteristic of the Realist movement's focus on accurate representation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
