Self-Portrait with Felt Hat
1886 Van Gogh Museum
About this artwork
This is one of over 30 self-portraits painted by Vincent van Gogh during his career. It depicts the artist directly facing the viewer, wearing a dark felt hat.
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Vincent van Gogh painted many self-portraits, often as a way to practice his craft and explore different techniques, especially when he couldn't afford models. This particular self-portrait was made during his time in Paris, a period when he was experimenting with a darker palette before moving towards the brighter colors he's famously known for.
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Self-Portrait with Felt Hat
Vincent van Gogh, 1886
