Self-Portrait. The Cottage Spurveskjul at Sorgenfri, North of Copenhagen 1911

Vilhelm Hammershøi's 1911 self-portrait depicts the artist standing in his studio, holding a brush and palette knife. The muted tones and restrained composition are characteristic of Hammershøi's artistic style, often described as "atmospheric realism" or "Danish Realism". The artist's focused gaze and the glimpse of a window in the background contribute to a sense of introspection and isolation, themes often explored in Hammershøi's work. This self-portrait is a poignant example of Hammershøi's mastery in capturing the quietude of everyday life, and his signature ability to create evocative spaces filled with a sense of stillness and contemplation.