Self-Portrait c. 1885

Berthe Morisot's "Self-Portrait" (c. 1885) is a striking example of her Impressionist style. Created with pastel on paper, the work captures Morisot's likeness with loose, gestural strokes, emphasizing a sense of spontaneity and movement. The artist's gaze is direct, yet her features are softened by the hazy, atmospheric quality of the pastel, creating a subtle yet captivating portrait. Morisot, a leading female Impressionist painter, was known for her depictions of women in domestic settings, a testament to her personal experience and the changing role of women in 19th-century France. Her "Self-Portrait" offers a glimpse into the artist's own identity and the evolution of the Impressionist aesthetic.