CO.16

Self-Portrait of Sir Joshua Reynolds

Joshua Reynolds, Sir, PRA (Artist)

General Description: Though undated, the portrait is thought to have been painted circa 1764/5 when Reynolds was aged forty-one. Like many artists before him the theme of self-portraits is one which engaged Reynolds throughout his career. There are numerous oils and drawings from various periods of his life. This theme was explored in an exhibition; The Self Portraits by David Mannings. (, )

, 1764 - 1765 c

18th century

oil, support: canvas

Named Collection: Cottonian Collection