The Artist at Seventeen Years of Age

Artist Robert Brough (Invergordon, Scotland, 1872 - 1905)

Date1889

Mediumoil on board

ClassificationsPaintings And Drawings

DimensionsOverall: Height: 24.2 cm, Width: 19.6 cm
Frame: Height: 42 cm, Width: 37.3 cm

AcquisitionPresented in 1905 by John R Greig.

CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0

LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub

Object numberABDAG002379

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About MeThe Aberdeen artist Robert Brough studied at the Royal Scottish Academy where he developed his unique, almost Post Impressionist style; taking inspiration from the French Impressionists and the Glasgow Boys. He also spent time painting in Brittany, Paris and Morocco. His technical brushwork, which contributed to his ability to capture the moment in his works, saw him grow very successful during before his early death in a train crash in 1905.

This self-portrait is said to be the first portrait Brough ever painted.

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A self portrait at 17 from the artist who in his short life developed a distinct, almost Post-Impressionist style, inspired by both the French Impressionists and the Glasgow Boys