James BarryIrish, 1741–1806Self-Portrait
May one see it?
Yes, receiving visitors
Victoria and Albert Museum
London, United Kingdom
RoomPaintings, Room 82, The Edwin and Susan Davies Galleries
On public display.
- Checked
- 9 days ago
- In this state since
- Sep 25, 2026
- Source
- The museum's own collection data
About the painting
Barry was born in Ireland and settled in London in 1771. This self-portrait is an intense depiction of himself. His preference for grand historical subjects over conventional portraiture meant he had few wealthy patrons and Barry died in poverty in 1806.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Particulars
- Accession number
- 564-1870
In the catalog
Sources
- Victoria and Albert Museum: the museum's own open data · fetched 9 days ago
- Image: Victoria and Albert Museum — © Victoria and Albert Museum, London
