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Self-portrait, by Thomas Lawrence, oil, 1794

Self-portrait

Thomas Lawrence

1794

oil

canvas

From the collection of Denver Art Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Self-portrait is a 1794 oil by Thomas Lawrence, a Rococo painting work, held at Denver Art Museum.

Who painted this?
Thomas Lawrence
When & what style?
1794 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Denver Art Museum

About this work

This portrait shows a young man sitting with his legs crossed, looking directly at the viewer. He is wearing a dark jacket with a white shirt underneath and a red sash around his waist. The background of the painting is a warm, golden color that helps to highlight the subject's features. The overall mood of the portrait is one of quiet contemplation, as if the subject is lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this portrait, you might want to look up Thomas Lawrence.

About the artist

Portrait of Thomas Lawrence
Artist

Thomas Lawrence

Sir Thomas Lawrence (13 April 1769 – 7 January 1830) was an English painter who served as the fourth president of the Royal Academy.

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