self-portrait
UK: ˌself ˈpɔːtreɪt | US: ˌself ˈpɔːrtrət
n. a portrait of oneself created by oneself, typically in painting, drawing, or photography.
The word "self-portrait" combines "self," derived from Old English "self" (meaning "one's own person"), and "portrait," from Old French "portraire" (to depict, draw). The term emerged in the 17th century to describe artists' depictions of themselves, reflecting the Renaissance emphasis on individualism. The morphemes retain their original meanings, logically merging to denote a self-created image.
Vincent van Gogh's self-portraits reveal his emotional turmoil.
She painted a striking self-portrait for her art class.
The exhibition features self-portraits by contemporary photographers.
His latest self-portrait captures subtle changes in his appearance.
Creating a self-portrait can be an introspective exercise.