Who painted Selfportrait?

Selfportrait was painted by Michael Ancher in 1903.

Where can I see Selfportrait?

Selfportrait is held by Hungarian National Gallery.

What movement is Selfportrait?

Selfportrait is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Selfportrait

Michael Ancher , 1903

Selfportrait is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Michael Ancher. It dates from 1903 and is held in the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Michael Ancher's 'Selfportrait' is a 1903 oil painting held in the Hungarian National Gallery. It exemplifies the post-impressionist style, characteristic of Ancher's work.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the artist standing on a beach, dressed in a long coat and hat, holding a rolled-up paper. The everyday setting and attire convey a sense of casualness, while the gray sky and crashing waves form the backdrop.

Technique & Style

Ancher's use of muted colors contributes to the calm atmosphere of the painting, a hallmark of his post-impressionist approach.

History & Provenance

Created in 1903, 'Selfportrait' is part of Ancher's oeuvre, which often focused on the harsh realities of coastal life, particularly in Skagen, Denmark.

Artist & collection

Artist

Michael Ancher

Michael Peter Ancher (9 June 1849 – 19 September 1927) was a Danish realist artist, widely known for his paintings of fishermen, the Skagerrak and the North Sea, and other scenes from the Danish fishing community in Skagen.