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Opie painted many self-portraits, mainly to experiment with different styles of painting. This portrait was made at the time Opie was establishing his reputation in London.
Title
John Opie
Date
1785
Medium
oil on canvas
Measurements
H 74.3 x W 62.2 cm
Accession number
47
Acquisition method
Purchased, 1858
Work type
Painting
National Portrait Gallery, London
St Martin’s Place, London, Greater London WC2H 0HE England
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