Self Portrait by George Caleb Bingham. A half-length portrait of a young man with dark curly hair, wearing a dark coat and high collar, set against a dark, atmospheric background.

Self Portrait

George Caleb Bingham

1834 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A striking and moody 19th-century self-portrait by George Caleb Bingham, capturing a moment of quiet intensity.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black

About the piece

This 1834 self-portrait by American artist George Caleb Bingham showcases his early skill in portraiture. The subject's direct gaze and the dramatic use of light and shadow create a sense of presence and intellectual depth, characteristic of the era's romanticized realism.