Self-Portrait 1795 George Romney British Scholars believe this to be the self?portrait described by the artist’s son John as follows: “In the winter of 1795 he painted a head of himself, which, though slight, and not entirely shows uncommon power of execution; the likeness also is strong, but there is a certain expression of languor that indicates the approach of disease.” Despite Romney’s failing health, his characteristic bravura brushwork is apparent in the furrowed brow and unkempt white Self-Portrait. George Romney (British, Beckside, Lancashire 1734–1802 Kendal, Cumbria
Self-Portrait 1795 George Romney British Scholars believe this to be the self?portrait described by the artist’s son John as follows: “In the winter of 1795 he painted a head of himself, which, though slight, and not entirely shows uncommon power of execution; the likeness also is strong, but there is a certain expression of languor that indicates the approach of disease.” Despite Romney’s failing health, his characteristic bravura brushwork is apparent in the furrowed brow and unkempt white Self-Portrait. George Romney (British, Beckside, Lancashire 1734–1802 Kendal, Cumbria). 1795. Oil on canvas. Paintings
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