Self Portrait 1874

This self-portrait by John Ruskin, a prominent English art critic and writer, was created in 1874. The watercolor painting captures Ruskin's likeness with a focused detail on his facial features. The use of brown and gray tones creates a somber and introspective atmosphere, reflecting Ruskin's later years. The artist's thoughtful expression and the muted color palette suggest a contemplative mood, characteristic of Ruskin's renowned literary works that often explored themes of beauty, nature, and morality.