Self-Portrait 1875 - 1876

oil, canvas

portrait

16_19th-century

oil

canvas

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

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Otto Scholderer's "Self-Portrait" (1875-76) depicts the artist in a formal setting, likely his studio. The life-size painting shows Scholderer dressed in a dark suit and white waistcoat, holding a hat in his left hand. The detailed rendering of the artist's features and clothing, along with the somber palette, reflects the realism style popular in the 19th century. This artwork is a testament to Scholderer's skill as a portrait artist, showcasing his ability to capture both physical likeness and psychological depth. Currently housed at the Städel Museum, this piece provides viewers with a glimpse into the life and artistic practice of a significant figure in 19th-century German art.

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Otto Scholderer, originally from Frankfurt, lived in London from 1871 to 1899, where he worked mainly as a portrait and still life painter. Here, he depicts himself as an elegant Victorian gentleman and, thus, as an artist who has become part of English society. The painting style is influenced by his connection to France. Above all, the soft transitions and the mild, brown-golden light are reminiscent of Fantin-Latour’s work, a close friend of his. Scholderer painted this representative self-portrait for an exhibition at the Royal Academy. For him, it was a calling card of his skill, which he also showed at exhibitions in Paris and Frankfurt.