Self-portrait
1901
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1901
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
The painting depicts a man with short, dark hair and a light-colored shirt, holding a paintbrush in his right hand. He is seated in front of a canvas, with a palette of paints visible in the foreground. The artist's use of oil paint creates a rich, textured effect, with visible brushstrokes adding depth to the composition. The overall tone of the painting is subdued, with muted colors that suggest a sense of introspection. This self-portrait invites the viewer to explore the work of artist Edward Arthur Walton.