Self-Portrait (No.18) 1983

Ivan Albright’s “Self-Portrait (No. 18)” is a striking and intimate depiction of the artist at the age of 86, just a few months before his death. Created in 1983 using colored pencils, this portrait captures the artist’s weathered visage with meticulous detail, highlighting the passage of time and the inevitable process of aging. The artist’s face, slightly turned, is drawn with fine lines and subtle shading, emphasizing the texture of his skin and the depth of his gaze. “Self-Portrait (No.18)” showcases Albright’s signature realism style, capturing the raw and honest portrayal of his later years.