1873
oil
canvas
From the collection of Hamburger Kunsthalle
Self-portrait is a 1873 oil by Arnold Böcklin, a Symbolism work, held at Hamburger Kunsthalle.
This portrait shows a man with brown hair and a beard, wearing a dark jacket. He is looking directly at the viewer with a serious expression. The background is a mix of blue, white, and brown colors, with some greenery on the left side. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest a formal setting. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. To learn more about the artist behind this self-portrait, explore the work of Arnold Böcklin.
Arnold Böcklin was a Swiss Symbolist painter. His five versions of the Isle of the Dead inspired works by several late Romantic composers.
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