Selbstporträt
1790
oil
panel
From the collection of Tate Britain
1790
oil
panel
From the collection of Tate Britain
Selbstporträt is a 1790 oil by Unknown, a Rococo painting work, held at Tate Britain.
This painting is a self-portrait of an artist, rendered in oil paint. The subject is depicted wearing a white head covering and a brown jacket over a white shirt, with their right hand raised to their chin. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's face. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the artist is lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you might want to look up the technique next.
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