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Self-Portrait

1932

George Biddle

Associated Names

George Biddle

Artist, American, 1885 - 1973

The image shows a close-up of a man's face, capturing only his head and part of his neck and shoulders. His head is slightly turned towards his right, and his gaze is directed forward. His facial features are distinct with high cheekbones, a prominent nose, and a small mustache. His hair is dark and appears short, with a slight wave. The man is wearing a collared shirt that is visible on his shoulder. The background is dark, almost black, with no discernible objects or details. The image has a textured, sketch-like quality.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

image: 261 x 202 mm
sheet: 445 x 348 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.902
Catalogue Raisonné

Pennigar #105

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: in pencil: lower right, George Biddle; in the stone: lower left, Biddle 32.

Wikidata ID

Q76442309

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