Who painted Self-portrait?

Self-portrait was painted by Víctor Manzano y Mejorada in 1860.

Where can I see Self-portrait?

Self-portrait is held by Museo del Prado.

What movement is Self-portrait?

Self-portrait is associated with Realism.

Can I buy a print of Self-portrait?

Museum-quality prints of Self-portrait are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Self-portrait

Víctor Manzano y Mejorada , 1860

Self-portrait is an oil painting by the Realist artist Víctor Manzano y Mejorada. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

About this work

Subject & Meaning

The canvas measures 90 cm high by 74 cm wide and belongs to the collection of the Museo del Prado in Madrid still today.

The painting is a self‑portrait that shows Víctor Manzano y Mejorada himself, rendered in oil on canvas and dated 1860. As a work in the portrait genre, its primary subject is the artist’s own likeness, and the self‑portrait format signals an intention to present his self‑image to viewers. The canvas measures 90 cm high by 74 cm wide and belongs to the collection of the Museo del Prado in Madrid still today.

Technique & Style

Executed in 1860, Víctor Manzano y Mejorada's Self-portrait is an oil painting on canvas. The work measures 90 cm in height and 74 cm in width. As a portrait genre piece, the medium consists of oil paint applied to a canvas support, depicting the artist himself. The piece is currently held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

History & Provenance

Victor Manzano y Mejorada painted the Self-portrait in 1860, creating an oil on canvas work measuring 90 cm by 74 cm. The painting entered the collection of the Museo del Prado, where it has remained since its inception. Its subject is the artist himself, reflecting a personal self-representation typical of the period.

The work is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid, with the inventory number P-3170.

It was included in the exhibition "El retrato español: del Greco a Sorolla" held at the Museo del Prado from 12 November 2005 to 26 February 2006, curated as part of the museum’s series on Spanish portraiture.

Overview

Self-portrait is an oil painting created by Víctor Manzano y Mejorada in 1860. It is a representation of the artist himself.

Context

Self-portraiture was a common practice among portraitists during this period, allowing artists like Manzano y Mejorada to hone their skills and create personal representations.