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Self Portrait, 1810 (oil on panel)
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Self Portrait, 1810 (oil on panel)
XKH144705 Self Portrait, 1810 (oil on panel) by Runge, Philipp Otto (1777-1810); 48x47 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; (add.info.: painted a few months before his early death; ); German, out of copyright
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This self-portrait by Philipp Otto Runge, painted in 1810, offers a poignant glimpse into the artist's inner world. Measuring 48x47 cm and housed in the Hamburger Kunsthalle in Hamburg, Germany, this oil on panel masterpiece showcases Runge's remarkable talent and his battle with tuberculosis. The image captures a male figure, presumably the artist himself, staring directly at the viewer with an intense gaze. His pale complexion and sunken eyes hint at his deteriorating health due to the ravages of tuberculosis. Despite his suffering, there is an undeniable strength and determination emanating from his expression. Runge's brushstrokes reveal both technical mastery and emotional depth. The play of light and shadow adds a sense of drama to the composition while highlighting subtle details such as wrinkles on his forehead or strands of hair falling across his face. Painted just months before Runge's untimely death, this self-portrait serves as a testament to his unwavering dedication to art even in the face of adversity. It invites us to reflect upon mortality and reminds us that great beauty can emerge from pain. As we contemplate this profound artwork captured by www. bridgemanimages. com for Fine Art Finder, let us honor Philipp Otto Runge's legacy as not only a talented painter but also as a resilient spirit who found solace within art during times of personal struggle.
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