Self-portrait as a hunter
Signed simply 'Perséus' in the corner, this piece shows the Swedish academic painter trading his smock for a rugged hunter's guise, complete with a feathered hat and thick beard. He captures himself in a three-quarter profile, gazing intently into the distance as if spotting game in the forest. The loose, confident brushstrokes bring a lively, almost theatrical energy to the rustic costume, showing off his skill beyond just traditional portraiture. It's a playful glimpse into how 19th-century artists loved to dress up and play characters on canvas.
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