Old World Portraits
Self-Portrait
David Wilkie
An intimate and masterfully lit self-portrait by the Scottish painter David Wilkie, showcasing a warm, contemplative gaze.
Sir David Wilkie
John Jackson
1810 · Oil Paint, Panel
A dignified and moody Regency-era portrait of the artist Sir David Wilkie.
$243
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence with warm, lived-in color — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Study · Library · Office
- Placement
- Works well as a centered vertical note
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black
About the piece
This 1810 oil portrait by John Jackson depicts fellow artist Sir David Wilkie with a quiet, contemplative dignity. The work is characterized by a rich, dark palette and a masterful use of chiaroscuro, highlighting the sitter's features against a brooding background typical of the British portrait tradition.
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