Self Portrait
Honoré Daumier, 1863–1866

The Scotsman wrote, 'though small in size, it is important in the only real sense - that is in conception and style. It is exceedingly simple in its elements and is in colour chiefly a harmony in flesh colour, grey, brown and black. The colour subdued though it be is richly modulated; the whole is pregnant with a feeling of mystery that fascinates and haunts.'
More information
Title of artwork, date
Self Portrait, 1863–1866
Date supported
1923
Medium and material
Oil on panel
Dimensions
29 x 19 cm
Grant
700
Total cost
700

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