Self PortraitJohn Faed · 1850

  • Art movementAcademic Realism
  • Creation date1850

John Faed (1819 – 1902)

Discover John Faed (1819-1902), a British painter known for evocative genre scenes & fantastical subjects like 'The Merlin'. Explore his rich artistic legacy!


About this artwork

  • Title: Self Portrait
  • Artist: John Faed
  • Year: 1850
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Corpus context: scottish identity, academic tradition
  • Color palette: Neutrals
  • Main color: Putty
  • Keywords: 19th century painting, floral jacket artwork, watercolor self-portrait
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Questions & Answers

What level of contrast does "Self Portrait" by John Faed show?

The contrast level of "Self Portrait" by John Faed is bold.

What color palette is used in "Self Portrait" by John Faed?

"Self Portrait" by John Faed uses a neutrals color palette. The palette summarizes the work's overall color character.

From which country does the Academic Realism work "Self Portrait" come?

"Self Portrait" was created by John Faed, born in United Kingdom, within the Academic Realism movement. The artist's origin links the work to Academic Realism as practiced by artists from United Kingdom.

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