H Schmandt

Self-Portrait

H Schmandt

Self-Portrait

This early 20th-century self-portrait by H Schmandt (active 1919-1940) captures the artist in a daring mood.

Self-assured, smartly attired, and carefully coiffured, here’s a man brimming with confidence. Turning to his left, looking directly at the viewer, with a knowing expression that speaks volumes.

As a portraitist, the quickest way of demonstrating one’s draughtsmanship is via a skilfully rendered self-portrait. And given the diagonal signature across the arm, Schmandt was clearly proud of his work.

Signed lower right and held within a later glazed frame.

Medium: Charcoal on paper
Overall size: 21½” x 28½” / 55cm x 73cm
Year of creation: 1919
Labels & Inscriptions: ‘Metz’ under the signature. Presumably relating to Metz in France.
Condition: Areas of discolouration and historic repairs. Frame with some light wear.

Conservation & History

We care profoundly about our role as custodians and every piece in the collection has been assessed by our conservator. When required, we undertake professional restoration carefully using reversible techniques and adopt a light touch to retain the aged charm of each work. We also often restore frames rather than replace them as many are original and selected by the artists themselves.

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