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Self Portrait (w / c on paper)
SC14888 Self Portrait (w/c on paper) by Doyle, Charles Altamont (1832-93); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: father of Arthur Conan Doyle; incarcerated in mental institution by his family; before that civil servant in Edinburgh Office of Works; died of epilepsy in a lunatic asylum; autoportrait; tourmente; psychologique; fou; folie; cauchemar; fantome; diables; ); English, out of copyright
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This haunting self-portrait by Charles Altamont Doyle, father of renowned author Arthur Conan Doyle, captures the depths of his inner turmoil and mental anguish. Painted with watercolors on paper, this piece is a testament to the artist's tormented psyche. Incarcerated in a mental institution by his own family, Charles Altamont Doyle spent his life battling demons that seemed to manifest themselves through his art. Before his confinement, he worked as a civil servant in the Edinburgh Office of Works but ultimately succumbed to epilepsy while residing in a lunatic asylum. The painting exudes an eerie atmosphere, filled with ghostly figures and devilish creatures that seem to emerge from the darkest corners of Doyle's mind. It portrays not only nightmares and hallucinations but also explores themes of afterlife and supernatural forces. Through this self-portrait, we catch a glimpse into the troubled soul of an artist grappling with madness. The intricate details and expressive brushstrokes convey raw emotions that are both unsettling and captivating. It serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of human sanity and invites viewers to contemplate their own psychological depths. Now housed at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, this remarkable artwork continues to intrigue audiences worldwide with its exploration of mental torment and psychological unrest.
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