The artwork, entitled “Self Portrait,” was created by John Singer Sargent in 1906. This oil-on-canvas painting, measuring 70 x 53 cm, is an embodiment of the Realism art movement. Categorized as a self-portrait, it is currently housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.
The artwork depicts the artist himself, John Singer Sargent, with a poised and confident demeanor, capturing the nuanced play of light and shadow on his face and attire. The background, with its dark tones, provides a stark contrast, focusing the viewer’s attention on the refined features and expression of the subject. Sargent’s mastery in rendering textures is evident in the lifelike representation of his garments and the subtle gradations of color that bring depth and realism to the portrait.