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Self-Portrait in a Straw Hat, by Paul Cezanne, oil, 1890

Self-Portrait in a Straw Hat

Paul Cezanne

1890

oil

canvas

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Self-Portrait in a Straw Hat is a 1890 oil by Paul Cezanne, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Paul Cezanne, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Paul Cezanne
When & what style?
1890 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting is a self-portrait of the artist wearing a straw hat. The artist's face is painted in dark colors, with a thick black beard and mustache. The background is a light yellow color. The painting is done in a style that is characteristic of the artist's work, with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this self-portrait, you might want to look up Paul Cézanne.

About the artist

Portrait of Paul Cezanne
Artist

Paul Cezanne

Paul Cézanne was born on January 19, 1839, in Aix-en-Provence, the son of a hatter turned wealthy banker.

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