Self-Portrait with Straw Hat and Pipe
1887 Van Gogh Museum
About this artwork
This self-portrait is one of over 30 created by Vincent van Gogh, offering a glimpse into his personal appearance and artistic development. Painted on an inexpensive canvas, it reflects his experimental period in Paris.
Did you know?
Van Gogh painted this self-portrait during his time in Paris, a period of intense artistic experimentation where he adopted brighter colors and looser brushwork under the influence of Impressionism and Neo-Impressionism. Interestingly, Van Gogh often used self-portraits as a means of artistic practice, using himself as a readily available model when he couldn't afford others. This particular work showcases his distinctive technique, where thick impasto gives texture and life to the canvas.
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Self-Portrait with Straw Hat and Pipe
Vincent van Gogh, 1887
