The artwork titled “Self Portrait in the Studio” was created by Carl Larsson in 1912, in Sweden. This piece, rendered in watercolor on paper, belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and falls under the self-portrait genre.
The artwork features an intricately detailed scene of an artist, presumably Carl Larsson himself, seated in a wooden, high-backed chair in his studio. The artist, donning a hat and comfortably dressed in a loose, light-colored garment, is deeply engaged in his work, holding a large sheet of paper and a drawing instrument. The room is richly furnished, with a beautifully carved wooden table in the foreground, adorned with a vase of flowers and an open book. A striking presence in the background is a full-size sculpture of a nude female figure, standing tall next to a pot filled with various artist tools. The studio’s walls are decorated with detailed wooden panels and framed artworks, providing a glimpse into the artist’s world. The use of warm, earthy tones throughout the piece exudes a cozy and inviting atmosphere, highlighting Larsson’s exceptional skill in capturing the essence of his creative space.
