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Philip Akkerman
Self-Portrait, 1988
In the enormous series of self-portraits by Philip Akkerman (1957), the artist varies elements including the position of his head. In his picture, the viewer sees three-quarters of the right side of his face. On other works, we see the other side of his face, or he looks straight at us. His expressi
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on is always serious, as he is focused on what he is doing – it’s difficult to make a self-portrait while constantly smiling in front of a mirror (although some artists have successfully done so).
Long-term loan from the Cultural Heritage Agency.
Text: Renate Ketelaars, guide and museum host
Artist
Philip Akkerman
Title
Self-Portrait
Year
1988
Technique
Oil and tempera on canvas on panel
Size
40 x 34 cm (h x w)
Type of object
Painting
Copyright
Uknown
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