self-portrait

[self-pawr-trit, -treyt, -pohr-, self-]

noun

1. a portrait of oneself done by oneself.

self-portrait

noun

1. a portrait one draws or paints of oneself

Word History and Origins

Origin of self-portrait¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

While fully sympathizing with her grief, many women have called Erika Kirk out for not being fully transparent in her self-portrait.

From Salon

The first time I saw the watch was not in real life but in a painting, a self-portrait.

From Los Angeles Times

When Mills set up her new-to-her camera for a self-portrait among the ashes, she was surprised at what she calls “the dramatic result.”

From Los Angeles Times

Despite being shunned by galleries earlier in his career, Vettriano's self-portrait The Weight went on long-term display in the Scottish National Portrait Gallery when it reopened after a renovation in 2011.

From BBC

The gallery, which has Catherine as its royal patron, has opened an interactive, storytelling trail for young children, with activities encouraging them to think about their emotions as they create their own self-portrait.

From BBC