Old World Portraits
Self-Portrait
Joseph Wright of Derby
A striking 18th-century self-portrait featuring a contemplative young man in a vibrant green coat and silver turban.
Self-Portrait
Martin van Meytens
1800 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A masterfully executed 18th-century self-portrait capturing the artist in a distinctive, striped silk turban.
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence in walnut and cognac tones — holds a composed wall with restraint.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Rich brown, Charcoal black, Aged gold
About the piece
In this evocative self-portrait, Martin van Meytens displays the refined brushwork and sophisticated lighting characteristic of the mid-18th century. The subject's direct gaze and unusual headwear create a sense of scholarly curiosity and dignity, making it a compelling focal point for traditional interiors.
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