Likeness of Himself
1823
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1823
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
Dominant colour
Likeness of Himself is a 1823 oil by Robert Street, held at Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
This painting is a self-portrait of the artist, Robert Street. He is depicted wearing a dark jacket with a white cravat and has short, dark hair. The background of the painting is a light color, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting, with the light source coming from the left side of the image. This technique helps to accentuate the subject's facial features and adds a sense of realism to the portrait. To learn more about the artist's technique and style, explore the work of Robert Street.
