Old World Portraits
Self-Portrait in Middle Age
Johann Heinrich Tischbein
An elegant 18th-century self-portrait of Johann Heinrich Tischbein, captured with dignified presence and exquisite detail in the lace and gold-work.
Self-Portrait
Johann Heinrich Tischbein
1754 · Oil Paint
An elegant 18th-century self-portrait featuring refined brushwork and a sophisticated, cool-toned palette.
$244
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Where it works
A measured, grounding piece with warm, lived-in color — holds a composed wall with restraint.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green
About the piece
This mid-18th-century self-portrait by Johann Heinrich Tischbein showcases the artist's mastery of portraiture. Dressed in a fashionable blue coat and powdered wig, Tischbein presents himself with a calm, steady gaze. The work is characterized by soft lighting and a muted, earthy background that emphasizes the luminosity of the sitter's features, capturing the refined aesthetic of the Rococo era.
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