Self-Portrait

Admire Sir Joshua Reynolds’ ‘Self-Portrait,’ a 1740 masterpiece of Rococo elegance. Explore this chalk-on-paper artwork's rich detail & historical significance.


Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723 - 1792)

Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792): Leading British portrait painter of the 18th century & first Royal Academy President. Master of the 'Grand Style', he elegantly captured nobility and shaped British art.