Artwork
Self portrait
Self portrait is a watercolor work on paper by the Art Brut artist Jessica Dismorr. It dates from 1926 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This 1926 watercolour self-portrait by Jessica Dismorr presents a serene and introspective scene.
Subject & Meaning
The artist depicts herself seated in a chair, lost in thought, with her elbow resting on a nearby table and her head propped on her hand. A vase with a single flower adds a touch of simplicity to the composition.
Technique & Style
Dismorr's use of watercolour lends the image a soft, ethereal quality, capturing the subject's contemplative mood.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Jessica Stewart Dismorr (3 March 1885 – 29 August 1939) was an English painter and illustrator.
