Bildnis eines Malers vor der Staffelei 1881

"Bildnis eines Malers vor der Staffelei" is an 1881 self-portrait by German artist Eduard von Gebhardt, who is shown in a relaxed pose holding a palette and brushes. The artist's attire and the composition of the painting, with its focus on the tools of the artist, are evocative of the late 19th-century artistic culture. The painting features a realistic style, typical of Gebhardt's works, and offers a glimpse into the world of an artist.